Group with bats and hammers disperses near N 5th St, Columbus OH


A large group gathered near N 5th St with some holding bats and hammers. Witnesses heard someone yelling to put a gun down, though no weapon was seen. The group started dispersing.
Audio|Source: Columbus Police Zone 4 Far Northwest
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Transcript:
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I'm going to put you both on this run over there at near N 5th St.
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It sounds like there's a large group of people in front of that address, appears to be ready to 26[1].
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Some have bats and hammers.
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It looks like we might be getting a second call for additional information. Chopper Channel 4.
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4 do you have you on it as well? Fortee, you can add us.
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Where's your like that?
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Okay,
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another call on this from a witness. Caller said he heard multiple people screaming, put the gun down,
00:32
but he did not see anyone with the 33[2].
00:34
He said everyone seems to be separating from each other.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
26: Detaining a suspect (often referenced as 10-26)
[2]
33: Emergency radio traffic only; restricts non-essential communication due to a critical or dangerous situation.
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Location mentioned:
Near N 5th St, Columbus, OH 43201
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