Columbus

Columbus City Attorney Challenges Ohio Supreme Court to Uphold Cities’ Right to Enact Reasonable Gun Laws

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein has submitted a filing to the Ohio Supreme Court, urging them to address the issue of cities having the power to enact and enforce reasonable gun laws. Klein believes that it is the responsibility of individuals to protect the Second Amendment while also recognizing their duty to ensure responsible gun ownership. The call for action comes in response to the alarming increase in gun-related homicides in Columbus. In the past year alone, the city witnessed 149 homicides, a figure that surpasses the previous year by 10 cases. … Read more

Intriguing Twist: Columbus Man’s Last Words Reveal Identity of Alleged Murderer – But Will It Be Admissible in Court?

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COLUMBUS, Georgia – A dying man in Columbus reportedly identified his alleged killer before succumbing to his injuries. Now, the question remains: will this crucial piece of information be admissible in the upcoming trial? The incident occurred in Columbus, Georgia, where a man whose name has not been disclosed due to privacy concerns, named his alleged assailant before passing away. This revelation has set the stage for a potential challenge in court regarding the admissibility of the dying declaration. Dying declarations have long been considered an exception to the hearsay rule in court. This exception … Read more

Kansas Man Found Guilty of Disturbing Child Sex Offenses: Verdict Reached in Columbus Trial

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COLUMBUS, Kan. – A man from Columbus, Kansas, has been convicted of child sex crimes by a jury. The verdict comes after a trial that lasted several weeks and included testimonies from multiple witnesses. The defendant, whose name has not been released to protect the identity of the victims, was found guilty on charges related to child molestation, child endangerment, and possession of child pornography. The crimes were reported to law enforcement in early 2020, leading to a thorough investigation that culminated in this trial. During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence that linked the defendant … Read more

Jury Finds Columbus Man Guilty of Multiple Sex Crimes Against a Child after Intense Trial

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COLUMBUS, Kansas – A Columbus man has been found guilty on charges of rape and aggravated indecent liberties with a child after a two-day criminal trial in Cherokee County. Brian Stewart, 38, was convicted by a Cherokee County Jury following nearly six and a half hours of deliberation. The charges against Stewart stem from his criminal conduct, which occurred on multiple occasions between March and late August 2016. The jury deliberated over the evidence presented before reaching their verdict. Following the announcement of the guilty verdict, the judge ordered Stewart to be remanded to the … Read more