On Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2240 hours, Columbia Police patrol officers were dispatched to the First block of South Sixth Street in Columbia Borough for a shooting that just occurred. Upon arrival, responding officers located two adult males in the street that had been involved in a violent physical altercation. During this altercation one male fired a handgun at the second male, striking him and causing life-threatening injuries. Both males were transported via ambulance to a local hospital to receive treatment. Both males are known to one another. This was not a random incident, and there is no threat to the general public. 

This investigation is currently ongoing, and investigators are currently reviewing surveillance footage, collecting evidence, and speaking with potential witnesses. Further updates will be provided at the appropriate time. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Matt Leddy or the on-duty patrol supervisor at 717-684-7735.