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Man pouring flammable liquid behind building

Heard on: Columbus Police Dispatch - Zone 5
00:11
The 16 high-rise (number withheld) West Broad Street in rear of male white, gray beard, red jacket, gray backpack has a bicycle pouring alcohol and lighter fluid in rear of the alley thinks he's about to set something on fire.
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W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43222
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Fire & Arson reported near W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43222 on Feb 22, 2026, 11:18 AM. As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews investigated reports of a man behind a building on West Broad Street who appeared to be pouring alcohol and lighter fluid, possibly preparing to start a fire. AI-generated summary from public dispatch audio. Not an official report.

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