Columbus Files Lawsuit Against Rosco's Market

Columbus City Attorney Zach Klein has filed a lawsuit against Rosco's Market, located at 2500 Sullivant Avenue, aiming to declare it a public nuisance and shut it down due to rampant criminal activity, including prostitution, drug-related offenses, and violence. The market is situated near Burroughs Elementary School, raising community safety concerns, particularly among local parents. The Columbus Division of Police has conducted multiple investigations leading to drug arrests and has responded to numerous reports of loitering, robbery, and solicitation in the area over the past two years. The lawsuit highlights the market's numerous violations of Ohio liquor laws, fire codes, and health regulations, with officers now requiring at least two personnel to respond to incidents at the location. Klein emphasized that while the city supports small businesses, it cannot compromise public safety and will continue to pursue action against properties that pose a danger to the community. The case exemplifies broader efforts to enhance safety along Sullivant Avenue, a known area for crime.