Man Fatally Stabbed at Warm Springs Road Restaurant; Suspect in Custody

Staff Report

Columbus Police say a 28-year-old man died after being stabbed during an altercation at a Warm Springs Road restaurant Jan. 21, 2025.

On Monday, officers responded to a call at Kick N Chicken, located in the 5100 block of Warm Springs Road, at approximately 7:23 p.m. Upon arrival, they found Quandarious Reynolds suffering from a stab wound.

Reynolds was transported to Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Police said the incident began as a verbal altercation between Reynolds and restaurant employee 24-year-old James Applewhite. The argument escalated into a physical confrontation, during which Applewhite allegedly grabbed a knife and stabbed Reynolds. The victim was found at a nearby business after leaving the restaurant.

Applewhite was arrested at the scene and is charged with murder, aggravated assault and possession of a knife during the commission of a crime.

The Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit is leading the investigation. Authorities are seeking additional information from witnesses who were present during the altercation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Cpl. Alyssa Phillips at 706-225-4105 or call 911. Anonymous tips are welcome.