Stepfather Shoots Stepson In Self-Defense, Suffers Heart Attack Immediately After

COLUMBUS, OHIO — In Columbus on Wednesday morning, a domestic dispute escalated into violence when a stepfather shot his stepson in what police described as self-defense. The altercation occurred before 9:30 a.m. on South 5th Street.

Following the incident, the stepfather suffered a possible heart attack and was taken to Grant Medical Center; he is expected to recover.

The scene was described as chaotic, with significant damage to the family’s property. The stepson, who had left rehab and demanded money for drugs, was involved in the confrontation and will face charges of domestic violence and assault.

The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed as the legal process is ongoing.