Court Orders Cleanup at Dangerous Hilltop Property | Columbus News

Columbus News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

Columbus city officials have issued a court order against a Hilltop property on West Broad Street after investigators uncovered a nightmare scene: blocked exits, electrical hazards, animal waste in the food mart, illegal gambling machines (with cops winning cash undercover), and a secret basement shooting range complete with shell casings and bullet-riddled targets. The city attorney emphasized that property owners must ensure safety and legality, and owners now have 30 days to fix all violations, secure gambling machines, and obtain proper zoning — or face consequences. This case underscores…