Kalamazoo, MI: On November 30, 2018, Kalamazoo Public Safety responded to the 4300 block of Stadium Dr, PNC Bank, on a report of a Robbery in progress. The employees advised two African American males entered the bank at approximately 1030am, displaying small caliber handguns, and demanding money.

One suspect, taller, wearing a dark sweat suit, jumped the front counter waving his gun, and grabbing money from the open drawers. The second male, shorter, with a white jacket on, stayed behind the counter, continuing to demand money. The two suspects fled on foot to the north.

Officers arrived on scene shortly after the 911 call. A canine track was initiated, and worked its way up to the area of Debbie Ln. No injuries were reported during this robbery. An unknown amount of cash was taken. The suspects are still be sought by authorities.

Kalamazoo Public Safety Patrol, Criminal Investigations Division, and Forensic Lab are working in conjunction with the FBI in attempts to identify the suspects in this case. Attached are four photos showing the suspects inside the bank during the robbery.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Kalamazoo Public Safety at 269-337-8139, or Silent Observer at 269-343-2100.

By authority of: Captain Brad Misner

Date: November 30^th, 2018

Address: 150 East Crosstown Parkway, Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Contact: Captain Brad Misner, Criminal Investigations Division, 269-337-8139

Kalamazoo, MI:

On Saturday, October 27th, 2018 at 1:07 pm, Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to a personal injury accident on N Drake Road, just south of W Main St. Officers found that a motorcycle and sedan had collided near the entrance of a local business. There was a child passenger on the motorcycle who was ejected off the motorcycle and thrown approximately 15 feet during the collision. The 8 year old male had been wearing a helmet and was alert and conscious on scene, however was transported to Bronson Hospital for a thorough medical evaluation. KDPS officers assisted with patient care, scene security and traffic control. The accident is under investigation by the Michigan State Police. A preliminary investigation found that the operator of the motorcycle did not have a valid driver’s license or cycle endorsement. Kalamazoo Public Safety would like to remind motorists of the benefits of wearing helmets when operating or riding on motorcycles as they can greatly decrease the risk of significant injuries in a collision.

Public Safety encourages anyone with information regarding this investigation to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8994, Silent Observer at 343-2100 or report online at www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com.

By authority of: Lt Danielle Guilds

Date: October 27th, 2018

Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy, Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Contact: Captain Matthew Huber, Operations Division, 269-337-8142

Kalamazoo, MI:

On Tuesday, October 9th, 2018 around 3:56 pm, Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to the 500 block of S Riverview Drive for reports of a semi-truck that had rolled over. Upon officer’s arrival, a semi-truck was found to be on its passenger side in the north bound lane. The driver complained of minor shoulder pain, however refused all medical treatment.

The Operation Division is investigating this incident. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor in this accident. The driver of the semi-truck was cited for driving without due care.

Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8994 or Silent Observer at 343-2100

By authority of: Sgt. Scott Miller

Date: October 9th, 2018

Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Contact: Captain Matt Huber, Operations Division, 337-8994

Kalamazoo, MI-

On Monday, October 1st 2018 around 07:00 am, an alert business owner in the 1300 block of Fulford contacted Kalamazoo Public Safety dispatch after viewing a subject inside his facility on the video security system. Public Safety officers quickly arrived into the area and approached on foot. A male pushing a wheelbarrow full of items was observed leaving the business and was promptly apprehended without incident. When the business owner arrived he confirmed that the items in the wheelbarrow had been stolen from inside of the business.

The suspect, identified as a 50 year old male, was arrested on the charge of breaking and entering. The male was lodged at the Kalamazoo County jail.

Kalamazoo Public Safety encourages business owners and residents to have video and/or security systems in place to be able to assist law enforcement with the apprehension and identification of suspects in criminal cases.

Anyone having information regarding this incident, or any other crimes in Kalamazoo, is encouraged to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8994 or Silent Observer at 343-2100

By authority of: Sgt. Brian Cake

Date: October 1, 2018

Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Contact: Captain Misner, Criminal Investigations Division, 337-8139

Kalamazoo, MI

On Sunday, August 26th, 2018 at approximately 12:15 pm, a Kalamazoo Public Safety officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the 1300 block of Clinton St. While on the traffic stop an odor of marijuana was detected coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was later searched and a loaded 9mm semi-automatic pistol was located under the driver’s seat. A quantity of marijuana was also located on the passenger of the vehicle. The driver was identified as a 27 year old Kalamazoo resident. He was arrested for the charges of carrying a concealed weapon and being a felon in possession of a firearm. He was lodged at the Kalamazoo County jail. The passenger, a 20 year old Kalamazoo resident, is facing charges of possession of marijuana.

Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8994 or Silent Observer at 343-2100

By authority of: Sgt. Steven Heyduck

Date: Sunday, August 26, 2018

Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy, Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Contact: Captain Matt Huber, Operations Division, 337-8994