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Columbus Police says a man shot and killed another person after that person punched him and reached for something in his waistband. The shooter possesses a concealed carry weapon's permit and is not clear if he will be charged with anything.
The shooting happened in the area of Vine Street and Kilbourne Street near the Arena District at around 3:20 a.m.
According to police, the man, identified as 22-year-old De'Ondre Smith, was driving down the street when he was approached by 19-year-old Cameron Kates and 19-year-old Junior Mugisha.
Investigators say Kates punched Smith then reached for his own waistband. Smith, who is legally licensed to carry, reached for his gun and fatally shot Kates.
Mugisha was grazed in the incident.
Kates was rushed to Grant Medical Center where he died at 3:46 a.m.
Police say Smith is cooperating with investigators. He was taken into custody but not charged.
The incident will be forwarded to the Franklin County Prosecutor's Office to determine if any charges will be filed.