I-270 East in north Columbus shut down after police respond to reports of shots fired
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Shots were reportedly fired Wednesday afternoon on a north Columbus interstate, leading to the road being shut down.
About 1:25 p.m., Columbus police ordered the closure of Interstate 270 East between Worthington Galena Road and the Interstate 71 interchange after officers responded to reports of shots fired in the area.
According to the Ohio Department of Transportation, the area of I-270 near the Worthington Galena Road overpass was closed due to a “police incident,” and a spokesperson for CPD said the interstate will be shut down starting at State Route 315 while authorities investigate.
All exit ramps onto I-270 East from U.S. 23 and State Route 315 are closed while the investigation continues.