Columbia officer killed in park shootout after domestic dispute call
A 29-year-old Columbia police officer was killed and a colleague injured during a shootout at Southeast Park on August 29, 2026. The incident followed a domestic violence call where the suspect, 33-year-old Adam Dowdy, was identified and located by officers. Dowdy was also killed in the exchange. Authorities are investigating the officer-involved shooting, while Dowdy's extensive criminal history across multiple states has drawn attention.
