Death investigation underway after teen found shot on Buena Vista Road in Columbus
A death investigation is underway after a teenager was found dead on Buena Vista Road in Columbus, the Columbus Police Department announced Friday night.
Police said they responded around 5:25 p.m. to the 6500 block of Buena Vista Road regarding the discovery of a dead person.
Responding officers found 17-year-old Rashod Barrett dead from a gunshot wound, according to police. EMS couldn’t resuscitate Barrett, the news release said.
CPD’s Violent Crime Unit took the lead on the investigation, police said.
Anyone with information about this case should contact Cpl. Jared Berger at 706-225-4325 or berger.jared@columbusga.org.