🌱 Columbus Police Chief Search + Missing 16-Year-Old In Columbus

Hello again, everybody. Rose Mendez here with your fresh copy of the Columbus Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on locally.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Pleasant with clouds and sun. High: 75 Low: 43.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High: 77 Low: 51.

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Here are the top three stories in Columbus today:

1. Police Chief Freddie Blackmon has accepted the $400,000 severance package, and now, an interim chief will be appointed at the Columbus Police Department. After, there may be a nationwide search for an outsider to take the job, instead of someone who already works in the department. District 4 Councilor Toyia Tucker believes there are benefits to looking nationwide instead of in the department. For now, Blackmon's assistant chiefs, Debra Kennedy and Joyce Dent-Fitzpatrick, will run the department until an interim chief is appointed. (Ledger-Enquirer)
2. The Columbus Police Department is searching for missing 16-year-old Michael McVay. He was last seen on Apr. 8 near the 3800 block of Meritas Drive in Columbus. McVay is around six feet tall and 230 pounds. Please call 911 or the Columbus Police Department Youth and Adult Services Unit at 706-653-3449 with any information regarding McVay. (WTVM)
3. Columbus police are investigating a homicide after a body was discovered on 4900 block of Buena Vista Road on Sunday, Apr. 9. Dale Deon Williams, 39, was pronounced dead at the scene. Another victim was also injured and transported to Piedmont Columbus Regional. They were treated for a gunshot wound and released. (WTVM)

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Today and tomorrow in Columbus:

Tuesday, April 11

• Columbus Children's Book Festival Party At South Columbus Public Library (3:00 PM)
• April Kid's Night At Chick-fil-A Bradley Park Drive (4:00 PM)

Wednesday, April 12

• Latin Dance Classes Columbus At Art of Yoga (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Columbus police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 4300 block of Sims Street on Apr. 9. Officials reported that one person was injured in the shooting. (WTVM)
• Whether you're actively looking for a new home or just want to stay up-to-date on your local housing market, check out the latest homes for sale in the Columbus area, including a three-bedroom on Melrose Drive for $120,000! (Columbus Patch)
• Many local employers in and around Columbus are looking for part-time and full-time employees. Check out the latest job openings in your area including Global Payroll & Benefits Specialist, Academic Administrative Assistant-Campus, and Legal Assistant, Paralegal. (Columbus Patch)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!