At approximately 8 p.m. on Monday, May 10, Columbia Police responded to a report of shots fired in the parking lot of Walmart, 3001 W. Broadway.
Upon arrival, officers canvassed the area and located evidence of shots fired.
Witnesses reported that four Black males were possibly involved and fled on foot, traveling southwest toward Hy-vee, 3100 W. Broadway.
Shortly afterwards, officers learned of reports of shots fired near the Hy-vee Gas Station, 3120 W. Broadway.
Upon arrival, officers did not locate any evidence to confirm the report and could not locate the suspects.
At this time, no injuries or property damage has been reported.
There is no further description of the suspects available.
This is an ongoing investigation and is being handled by the Department’s Criminal Investigation Division. More information may become available at a later time.
If you know something, say something. Columbia Police are asking for your help. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to please contact the Columbia Police Department at 573.874.7652 or CrimeStoppers at 573.875.TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.
Case number 2021-004328