Crime

Worker attacked with machete at Columbus Waffle House. A suspect is in custody

A Waffle House marquee.
A Waffle House marquee. Telegraph file photo

A Waffle House worker in Columbus was attacked Sunday night by a machete-wielding man, according to the Columbus Police Department.

Police said they were called around 10 p.m., Sunday, to the Waffle House at 6751 Veterans Parkway located in north Columbus next to McAlister’s Deli.

Police said Michael Green, 39, reportedly swung a machete at one of the workers and struck one.

Police said the injuries were non-life threatening.

Green was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon during the commission of a crime, according to police.

This story was originally published March 4, 2024 at 10:19 AM.

Kelby Hutchison
Columbus Ledger-Enquirer
Kelby Hutchison is the breaking news reporter for the Ledger-Enquirer. Originally from Dothan, Alabama, Kelby grew up frequently visiting Columbus to eat at Country’s BBQ in the old Greyhound bus station and at Clearview BBQ on River Road. He graduated from the University of Alabama with a B.A. in criminal justice and a M.A. in journalism. During his studies, Kelby specialized in community journalism.
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