OVER THE YEARS
Since its inception,
Central Ohio Crime Stoppers
has received over
39,633 tips,
which has resulted
in over 2,139 arrests.
Central Ohio Crime Stoppers
has received over
39,633 tips,
which has resulted
in over 2,139 arrests.
The Crime Stoppers Board of Trustees has approved over
$401,897
in reward money. Anonymously!
$401,897
in reward money. Anonymously!
HOW IT ALL WORKS
Crime Stoppers takes calls from anyone with information about an unsolved crime or a wanted person.
Information which results in the apprehension of a felony suspect qualifies the caller for a cash reward as deter-mined by the Central Ohio Crime Stoppers Board.
Information which results in the apprehension of a felony suspect qualifies the caller for a cash reward as deter-mined by the Central Ohio Crime Stoppers Board.
About
Central Ohio
Crime Stoppers
Since 1977, Central Ohio Crime Stoppers has served as a
vital three- way link between
law enforcement, the news media,
and the general public in bringing criminals to justice.
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vital three- way link between
law enforcement, the news media,
and the general public in bringing criminals to justice.
Crime of the Week
Central Ohio Crime Stoppers
Central Ohio Crime Stoppers
Felony Theft
In Columbus
In Columbus
News: 08.10.25
In March 2025, the Lululemon Organized Retail Crime Investigation Team began investigating Janika Johnson for high value thefts at Lululemon stores found in Polaris Mall and Easton Town Center. Johnson used large black bags to conceal thousands of dollars in Lululemon merchandise, earning her the nickname "The Black Bag Bandit."
Investigators discovered that Johnson had several accomplices who aided her in these thefts. She was found to be selling the stolen merchandise on various social media platforms, including her personal Facebook account. To date, Johnson has committed 15 theft incidents at Lululemon, totaling $98,722.00.
In addition to Lululemon, Johnson has also targeted other retailers, including Bath & Body Works, Ulta Beauty, Carter’s, and Old Navy, with similarly high-dollar thefts. Her total estimated theft amount is believed to be nearly $250,000.00 over the past six months from local retailers. Ms. Johnson currently has warrants for her arrest.
Investigators discovered that Johnson had several accomplices who aided her in these thefts. She was found to be selling the stolen merchandise on various social media platforms, including her personal Facebook account. To date, Johnson has committed 15 theft incidents at Lululemon, totaling $98,722.00.
In addition to Lululemon, Johnson has also targeted other retailers, including Bath & Body Works, Ulta Beauty, Carter’s, and Old Navy, with similarly high-dollar thefts. Her total estimated theft amount is believed to be nearly $250,000.00 over the past six months from local retailers. Ms. Johnson currently has warrants for her arrest.
Wanted Felons
from Central Ohio
from Central Ohio
News: 08.05.25
Name- Keshawn Cox
DOB- (04-24-2002) Sex-Male Race- Black
Height- 6’2, Weight-145lbs.
Wanted for – Aggravated Assault
Known to frequent – West side of Columbus, OH
Name- Gregory Bradway
DOB- (11-25-1981) Sex-Male Race- White
Height- 5’11, Weight-170lbs.
Wanted for – Sex Offender Registration Violation
Known to frequent – East side of Columbus, OH
DOB- (04-24-2002) Sex-Male Race- Black
Height- 6’2, Weight-145lbs.
Wanted for – Aggravated Assault
Known to frequent – West side of Columbus, OH
Name- Gregory Bradway
DOB- (11-25-1981) Sex-Male Race- White
Height- 5’11, Weight-170lbs.
Wanted for – Sex Offender Registration Violation
Known to frequent – East side of Columbus, OH
Homicide
in Columbus
in Columbus
News: 08.03.25
On Friday, February 18, 2022, at 6:19 AM, Columbus Police Officers were called to the 100 block of Midland Ave. on a report of a man lying on the ground in a garage. Officers found Anthony Wagner in the garage suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. CFD Medics pronounced Mr. Wagner deceased at 6:28AM.
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