09 Nov 2024 | 11:09 PM UTC
US: Police confirm no threat to public after weapon discharged near John Glenn Columbus International Airport in Columbus, Ohio, Nov. 9
Weapon discharged near John Glenn Columbus International Airport in Columbus, Ohio, US, Nov. 9; police say no injuries or threat to public.
Officials will likely maintain a heightened security presence around John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) in Columbus, Ohio, over the coming hours after a weapon was discharged in the parking lot of the nearby Residence Inn, located at 4294 International Gateway, on Nov. 9. Police have confirmed that the incident did not result in any injuries; the situation is reportedly contained and there is no threat to the public. Authorities have launched an associated investigation. No flight disruptions were immediately reported at CMH in connection with the incident.
Localized transport disruptions may affect the vicinity of the Residence Inn over the coming hours.
Avoid the incident site until authorities conclude their investigative work at the scene and vacate the vicinity. Allow extra time for travel to and from CMH and reconfirm flight reservations if scheduled to fly via the airport. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
