A Columbus firefighter was charged with DUI and hit-skip after a Christmas Eve crash in Licking County.

A Columbus firefighter, Terry Erwin, 55, has been charged with DUI, hit-skip, and obstructing justice after a crash in Licking County on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025. Authorities confirmed the incident occurred during the holiday season, but details about injuries, other parties involved, or the crash’s cause remain undisclosed. Erwin, a public safety employee, faces multiple criminal charges, and the case is under active investigation by local law enforcement. No information has been released about his employment status or potential disciplinary action from the Columbus Fire Department. The incident has drawn public attention due to his profession and the timing of the event.