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LaShanna Potts

@1stACPotts

1st Asst Chief Columbus Division of Police

 Columbus, OH
Joined February 2023
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What an amazing 3 week experience in Boston to be amongst so many dynamic leaders in policing #PERF #SMIP #Session86
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Columbus homicide rates decline more than any other major U.S. city besides Boston - 614NOW 614now.com/2024/food-drink/c…
Columbus homicide rates decline more than any other major U.S. city besides Boston

Columbus homicide rates decline more than any other major U.S. city besides Boston

Earlier this week, The Wall Street Journal highlighted that homicides in American cities are falling at the fastest pace in decades, and Columbus is no exception to that trend.

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Another example of the amazing job by the men and women of our division. Our goal remains the same to become the safest big city in America. #OperationUnity
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On Wednesday, April 3, 2024, the Columbus Division of Police completed “Operation Unity,” focusing on North Linden, South Linden, King-Lincoln Bronzeville, Mt. Vernon, Eastgate, Milo-Grogan, and other areas within Zone 6.
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We are committed to becoming the safest big city in America #SafestBigCity #Partnership #Community #Collaboration #PositiveImpact
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Early data shows significant decline in homicides, non-fatal shootings in Columbus dispatch.com/story/news/crim…
Early data shows significant decline in homicides, non-fatal shootings in Columbus

Early data shows significant decline in homicides, non-fatal shootings in Columbus

Data from the Columbus Division of Police shows a 58% decline year-over-year in homicides and a 43% decline in felony assaults.

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We are committed to our goal of making Columbus the safest big city in America #purposedriven. 10tv.com/article/news/local/…
Linden community holds call to action as Columbus hits 15 homicides this year

Linden community holds call to action as Columbus hits 15 homicides this year

Royce Gilbert’s death is the 15th homicide so far this year. But for the community, one homicide is too many.

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Sad update on the missing investigation involving 5-year-old Darnell Taylor. facebook.com/ColumbusPolice/…
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Initiative aims to keep homicides in Columbus under 100 this year | 10tv.com 10tv.com/article/news/local/…
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We are thrilled to welcome nine new Chaplains to the Columbus Division of Police Chaplain Corp! Last Thursday was a momentous occasion as they were sworn in by Public Safety Director Kate Pishotti and proudly received their new badges from 1st Assistant Chief LaShanna Potts.
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On 7/26/20 officers responded to E. 5th Ave. & Joyce Ave. on a report of a shooting. Mr. Dalan Wellman was pronounced deceased. On 1/24/24, Gvon Thornton was arrested for murder. Marquis Smith was arrested on 12/27/23 and Aaron Clark was already in the Franklin County Jail.
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🐾🚓Calling all community members! 🚓🐾 Help us vote for Ayko, Big-Mike, Falco, Kali, Lou, Maddie, Marshal, Owen, Rocco, Sam, and Stitch during Light Ohio Blue’s first-ever FUR Responders Photo Challenge! lightohioblue.org/2024-fur-r… #FurRespondersChallenge #LightOhioBlue
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Today and every day, I’m thankful for @ColumbusPolice and everything they do to keep our community safe. I look forward to continuing to work together to make Columbus a better, safer place to live. #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
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Today, we celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, and we want to take a moment to acknowledge and appreciate the sworn and professional men and women who make up our division. Thank you for showing up daily and making a difference. You are appreciated.
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On December 27, 2023, the Franklin County Grand Jury indicted Clarence Ellis for the July 12, 2023 murder of Derrius Morgan. Mr. Morgan had fled the state, but on January 4, 2024, he was apprehended in Dothan, Alabama and is awaiting extradition to Ohio.
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Serve your community by joining the Spring 2024 class of the Citizen Police Academy! Applications will be accepted until February 2nd. youtu.be/vTSMEVYsBAg?si=G1Fv… via @YouTube
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Serve your community by joining the Spring 2024 class of the Citize...

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On 1/4/24, at 8:13am, officers were dispatched to the 1800blk of Belcher Dr. on a shooting. The victim was pronounced deceased at 8:19am on scene. During the investigation, it was determined the suspect had intervened in a theft from a motor vehicle when the victim was shot.
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🏒✨An Unforgettable Day of Unity and Inspiration! ✨🏒 We're thrilled to share the incredible success of the Inspire Sports Hockey Event held on Saturday, December 30th in collaboration with @ColsFire and @ColsRecParks. 🚓🚒🌳 youtu.be/l3Pg1lvCC_g
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🎉✨Happy New Year, Columbus! 🌟🎊 May your 2024 be filled with joy, prosperity, and moments of unity that strengthen the bonds of our incredible city. Let's continue working together to make Columbus a safer, more compassionate place for everyone. #HappyNewYear 🎇👮‍♂️👮‍♀️
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On 11/9/23, officers responded to Lilley Ave., where they located the victim, Marvita McCaskill, in rear of a residence suffering from a gunshot wound. Ms. McCaskill was pronounced deceased at scene. On 12/13/23, Denzell Reed was charged with the murder of Ms. McCaskill.
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On 12/14/2023, the Franklin County Grand Jury returned indictments for the murder of Mr. Dalan Wellman, which occurred on 7/26/2020. Aaron Clark, Marquis Smith and Gvon Thornton have all been charged with Murder and Felonious Assault.
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