Date:  October 7^th, 2022

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

Contact:  Cpt Habel, Criminal Investigations Division, 337-8139

PRESS RELEASE

Person Shot

Kalamazoo, MI:

On October 7^th around 5:30 PM, officers responded to numerous calls for gunshots in the 1100 block of Lake St.  While officers were on scene investigating, a person with gunshot wounds arrived at a local hospital. 

The victim of the shooting sustained two non-life-threatening gunshot wounds and is expected to recover.  The motive for the shooting is not known at this time. 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Kalamazoo Public Safety at (269)488-8911 or Silent Observer at (269)343-2100 or www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com.

By authority of:  Lieutenant Keaton Nielsen  12635

Date: August 23rd, 2022

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

Contact: Cpt Scott VanderEnde, Operations Division, 337-8142

PRESS RELEASE

Alligator Located in Edison

On August 23rd, 2022 a Kalamazoo Public Sergeant came across a small reptile believed to be an American alligator crawling across Lake St near Division St. Officers were able to safely secure the gator to prevent it from occupying the sewers. A local alligator sanctuary was contacted in Athens MI before turning it over to animal control. As a reminder for those in the community who choose to keep exotic pets, chapter 7 of the city ordinances covers the ownership of such animals within the city limits. Additionally, these animals take a great deal of care, time, and resources. Should you find yourself not capable of caring for any pet, there are resources available to properly resolve this.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Kalamazoo Public Safety at (269)488-8911 or Silent Observer at (269)343-2100 or www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com.

By authority of: Lieutenant Keaton Nielsen

Kalamazoo Public Safety has cleared the 4300 block of S Burdick St and has released police units from the area. The suspect was not located at this time.

Through the investigation, the detective bureau was able to obtain photos of the suspect during the robbery that occurred prior to the suspect shooting at officers. Please see the below photos:

If there is any information regarding the above photos, please contact Kalamazoo Public Safety immediately at 269-337-8183.

By authority of Lt Keaton Nielsen 12635

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Original Post

On August 13th 2022, Kalamazoo Public Safety responded to a robbery in the 2100 block of S Burdick St. Officers located the suspect vehicle in the 4300 block of S Burdick St where the suspect fled on foot and shot at officers. At this time, Kalamazoo Public Safety is actively searching for the suspect in this area. One weapon has been recovered however, the suspect is not currently in custody and was last seen on foot in the area. There has been no reported injuries to officers or citizens and the public is requested to avoid the area.

Anyone with information is requested to call the Kalamazoo County Central Dispatch Authority at 269-488-8911.

By authority of Lt Keaton Nielsen 12635

On August 13th 2022, Kalamazoo Public Safety responded to a robbery in the 2100 block of S Burdick St. Officers located the suspect vehicle in the 4300 block of S Burdick St where the suspect fled on foot and shot at officers. At this time, Kalamazoo Public Safety is actively searching for the suspect in this area. One weapon has been recovered however, the suspect is not currently in custody and was last seen on foot in the area. There has been no reported injuries to officers or citizens and the public is requested to avoid the area.

Anyone with information is requested to call the Kalamazoo County Central Dispatch Authority at 269-488-8911.

By authority of Lt Keaton Nielsen 12635

Date:  August 3^rd, 2022

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

Contact:  Cpt Habel, Criminal Investigations Division, 337-8139

PRESS RELEASE

Stolen vehicle and firearms recovered

Kalamazoo, MI:

On August 3^rd 2022 around 8:00 PM, Kalamazoo Public Safety located a stolen vehicle in the 1000 block of east Stockbridge Ave.  Officers had information that handgun had been stolen along with the automobile.  Officers located two involved parties and performed a citizen contact.  A search of the stolen vehicle discovered two handguns inside a bag that was in the car. Through the investigation, a 30-year-old Kalamazoo resident was arrested on charges related to the stolen vehicle while a 16-year-old Kalamazoo resident was arrested on weapons charges. 

Both subjects were lodged at the appropriate facility.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Kalamazoo Public Safety at (269)488-8911 or Silent Observer at (269)343-2100 or www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com. By authority of:  Lieutenant Keaton Nielsen