A second Columbus police officer under investigation for alleged misuse of Flock cameras. Columbus also wins a $1 million settlement with Kia and Hyundai over past vehicle thefts. We also examine the dangers of retention ponds following the death of a 2-year-old Columbus boy, including local safety requirements and statewide drowning data. The DEA warns about powerful synthetic opioids and other drugs appearing on college campuses. The CBJ joins to preview the upcoming season and expectation for the year ahead.
(1:46-2:20) Modou Ghom Verdict
Modou Ghom was found guilty of three counts of vehicular homicide and five counts of vehicular assault in the crash that killed Lynnea and Luke Soposki and their 1-year-old son. Ghom is scheduled to be sentenced October 29.
(2:21-8:50) Flock Camera Misuse
A second Columbus police officer is under investigation for allegedly misusing Flock cameras. The investigation comes as several Central Ohio communities pause or reconsider the technology amid nationwide concerns about privacy, surveillance and the potential for wrongful arrests.
(8:51-11:38) Kia/Hyundai Settlement
Columbus is set to approve a $1 million settlement with Kia and Hyundai over a 2023 lawsuit alleging the automakers sold vehicles with inadequate anti-theft technology. Thousands of Kia and Hyundai vehicles have been stolen in Columbus as a result of lacking anti-theft equipment, according to the city. The settlement money will go into the city's general fund.
(12:08-17:31) 97.1 The Fan's Tyvis Powell
Tyvis Powell joins the show to discuss Ohio State's upcoming game against Iowa at Kinnick Stadium, but we're also breaking down the team's performance against Illinois Saturday.
(18:00-24:49) Retention Pond Drowning
The death of a 2-year-old Columbus boy in a retention pond highlights ongoing concerns about child drownings in Central Ohio. We examine local safety requirements, recent near-drownings and data showing young children are particularly vulnerable around open water.
(25:04-34:43) Emerging Drugs on College Campuses
Federal authorities are warning college students about dangerous synthetic opioids and other drugs appearing in counterfeit pills. Cyclorphine has been showing up more and more and health officials warn it could be as much as 10 times more powerful than fentanyl. The DEA discusses cyclorphine, methamphetamine in pressed pills and the ongoing effort to prevent drug use on college campuses.
(34:58-42:18) Columbus Blue Jackets Preview
The Blue Jackets are preparing for a new NHL season with a young core and high expectations. Assistant General Manager Chris Clark discusses key players, offseason changes, new coaching additions and opening-night festivities.