Man accused of shooting, killing 60-year-old woman in southeast Columbus

David Rees

March 22, 2024 at 8:30 AM·1 min read

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A Columbus man has been charged with murder after a 60-year-old woman was shot and killed in the Driving Park neighborhood on Thursday.

Authorities responded to the 1700 block of E. Sycamore St. at 11:28 p.m. on Thursday on report of a shooting, according to the Columbus Division of Police. Officers found Marchelle Freeman, 60, suffering from a gunshot wound before she was pronounced dead at 11:42 p.m.

Stewart Butler, 64, was detained at the scene and has been charged with murder. Police said the preliminary investigation revealed domestic violence as a possible motive.

Police are asking anyone with information to call 614-645-2557.

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