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Christopher Cooper-Patton

Case from Columbus, OH dated Mar 31, 2026

Victim Details

Christopher Cooper-Patton

Male

Black / African American

Columbus

OH

2026-03-31

18

Christopher

Cooper-Patton

07/02/2026

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Christopher Cooper-Patton, an 18-year-old Black male from Columbus, Ohio, was shot late on the night of March 31, 2026, in the 1600 block of Elaine Road on the city’s east side. Columbus police said officers were called there at about 10:40 p.m. on a report of a shooting, and when they arrived, they found Christopher suffering from a gunshot wound. He was still alive, but his injuries were severe enough that he was rushed to Mount Carmel East Hospital in critical condition.

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  • 10tv.com: 18-year-old man dies days after shooting in east Columbus
  • Man, 18, dies several days after being shot on Columbus' east side
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    Just saw the news today and I'm really shaken. Christopher’s story is incredibly tragic. It's abso... ...Read More
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