Short North grateful for peaceful weekend after mass shooting

“We are encouraged by the peaceful Friday and Saturday nights this past weekend. It is a testament to the continued efforts and partnerships dedicated to improving safety in our community,” said Betsy Pandora, Executive Director of Short North Alliance, in a published press release. Sunday morning. “We are also grateful to the community of businesses, residents and visitors who have enjoyed and gathered in large numbers in our community over the past few days.”

The 10 people were injured in the shooting that occurred around 2:30 a.m. on June 23 in the 1100 block of North High Street. Bullet holes could be seen in two storefronts between East Fifth Avenue and East Fourth Avenue. A third building had a window blown out of the front.

Police believe four shooters may have been involved in the mass shooting, but as of early Thursday afternoon, no other arrests have been made except for a 19-year-old from Groveport who is faces a charge of obstructing official business and is accused of fleeing. the scene of the shooting. He posted bond and is free pending trial.