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Columbus police redacted the names of eight officers involved in a shootout two years ago.
A local newspaper sued, seeking the public records.
Columbus Fraternal Order of Police President Brian Steele says the ruling is a win for law enforcement.
The Florida Supreme Court came to the opposite conclusion in a similar Marcy's Law case in the Sunshine State last year.
Democratic Justice Jennifer Brunner dissented, saying police officers work in the public eye and these privacy protections shouldn't apply.
For NPR News, I'm George Shilcock in Columbus.
Young was accused of shoplifting, prompting Blendon Township police officer Connor Grubb and another officer to confront her.
Young attempted to drive away in her car as Grubb stood in front of it.
He shot her once through the windshield.
Young's grandmother, Nadine Young, was emotional after the judge read the verdict.
Grubb's attorney, Mark Collins, says the trial was difficult for Grubb and his family.
They understand the frustration, the sorrow, and the pain that Ms.
Young's family feels, and it's real.
Collins says Grubb hasn't decided whether he'll remain a police officer.
For NPR News, I'm George Shokok in Columbus.