Easton carjacking on Black Friday leads to arrest of teen suspect, firearm recovered

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Police are investigating two crimes involving stolen vehicles in the Easton area on Black Friday, according to Columbus police.

The incident took place around 3:06 p.m. when officers were called to the area of Easton Town Center on a report of a stolen vehicle.

Multiple suspects ran from the vehicle while it was stopped in traffic, and a 15-year-old was detained. A firearm was also recovered from the vehicle.

Shortly afterward, police received reports of another carjacking involving three suspects, whom police believe were involved in the initial case.

Read more: https://abc6onyourside.com/news/local/armed-carjacking-at-easton-towne-center-prompts-search-for-suspects#

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