10 Nov 2023 | 11:56 PM UTC
US: Authorities temporarily close section of Interstate 670 East in Columbus, Ohio, following shooting incident on highway Nov. 10
Shooting occurs on Interstate 670 East near North 4th Street in Columbus, Ohio, US, Nov. 10, killing one person; highway segment closed.
Authorities have temporarily closed part of Interstate 670 East (I-670 E) in Columbus, Ohio, roughly between North 3rd Street and North 4th Street, due to a shooting incident Nov. 10. The shooting incident, which reportedly occurred on I-670 E near North 4th Street, killed one person. The Ohio Department of Transportation has also reported that the northbound and southbound State Route 315 (SR-315) ramps to I-670 E are closed due to a "police incident." Authorities did not immediately clarify the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Heightened security and traffic disruptions are likely in the area over the coming hours.
Avoid the incident site until authorities issue the all-clear and vacate the scene. Allow additional time to reach destinations and consider taking alternative driving routes if traveling in the Columbus area. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
