Man killed during apparent robbery attempt at Columbus business
A 23-year-old man was killed late Sunday during an apparent robbery attempt at a Columbus business, Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan said.
Vatsal Patel was shot during the incident at 5 Corner Lotto on 1231 Linwood Blvd. He was pronounced dead at 10:15 p.m. Sunday, Bryan said.
Patel’s father, who owns the business, was also shot during the apparent robbery attempt. He is currently being treated at Midtown Medical Center and his condition is unknown.
Bryan said Patel worked at the store.
No suspects are in custody at this time. No other details are available.
Patel’s death marks the 20th homicide in Columbus this year. He was killed three weeks after 50-year-old Dewayne Chronister, a driver for the Warrior Cab Company, was gunned down Oct. 17 at the Parkwood Mobile Home Park at 527 Farr Road.
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This story was originally published November 7, 2016 at 7:28 AM with the headline "Man killed during apparent robbery attempt at Columbus business."