Arrest Made in Deadly Hit-and-Run Incident
The Columbus Police Department’s Motor Squad has made an arrest in the hit-and-run investigation that claimed the life of
By Janell Williams
COLUMBUS, Ga. — Columbus Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Wednesday night at the Elizabeth Canty Homes.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire at 200 20th Ave. around 8:34 p.m., where they found 38-year-old Sekedra McCoy suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
McCoy was transported by EMS to Piedmont Columbus Regional, where she was pronounced dead from her injuries , leading to the Columbus Police Department's Violent Crimes Unit taking over the investigation.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact Cpl. Roy Green at 706-225-4261 or via email at RoyGreen@columbusga.org.
Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward leading to the arrest of the suspect.