18-Year-Old Raheem Dawheims Fatally Shot in South Columbus Incident
A tragic shooting occurred on the south side of Columbus on Friday, claiming the life of 18-year-old Raheem Dawheims. According to the Columbus Police Department, officers responded to a reported shooting on the 2900 block of Southfield Drive at 1:01 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers found Dawheims suffering from a gunshot wound. He was rushed to Grant Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries at 1:32 p.m.
Preliminary investigation revealed that another adult male at the scene claimed responsibility for the shooting, stating that he acted in self-defense after being assaulted by Dawheims. Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the incident, and the investigation is ongoing.
The suspect is cooperating with detectives, and the Columbus Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be reported to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS (8477).