Columbus Police Deputy Chief’s Handgun Reportedly Left Unattended in Restroom
The second-in-command of the Columbus Police Chief reportedly left her handgun unattended in a public women's restroom located at the Ohio Public Safety Headquarters.
Columbus, OH, November 6, 2026 —
An incident involving a handgun reportedly left unattended has occurred at the Ohio Public Safety Headquarters. According to reports, the second-in-command of the Columbus Police Chief allegedly left her personal handgun in a public women’s restroom.
The location of the incident was specified as a public women’s restroom within the Ohio Public Safety Headquarters building. The individual involved is identified as the second-in-command to the Columbus Police Chief.
Details regarding when this incident took place were not provided in the initial summary. Information concerning any specific protocols that may have been violated, or any immediate actions taken following the discovery or reporting of the unattended firearm, was also not available.
The Columbus Police Department has not issued an official statement addressing the report. Further details surrounding the circumstances of the handgun being left unattended, including who discovered it and whether any official investigation has been initiated, have not been publicly disclosed.
The Ohio Public Safety Headquarters houses various law enforcement and public safety agencies. The presence of an unattended firearm in a public area, particularly within such a facility, raises questions about security protocols and the handling of personal protective equipment by law enforcement personnel.
This report of an unattended handgun is based on information that has been reportedly circulated. The specific findings of any review or internal assessment are pending, as no official confirmation or further details have been released by the Columbus Police Department or related state agencies at this time.
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