Date:  Wednesday, November 09, 2022

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

Contact:  Jay Shatara, shataraj@kalamazoocity.org, 269-762-2922

Kalamazoo, MI:

On Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at approximately 3:35 P.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety heard several gunshots coming from the 700 block of North Westnedge.  Responding officers located a victim suffering from one non-life threatening gunshot wound.  Officers provided medical care and the victim was transported to a local hospital.  The victim is listed in stable condition.

Kalamazoo Public Safety is diligently investigating this incident and remains committed to effectively addressing gun violence in our community. 

Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8120 or Silent Observer at 343-2100.

By authority of: Lt. Eric Reiber

Date:  Tuesday, October 18, 2022

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

Contact:  Jay Shatara, shataraj@kalamazoocity.org, 269-337-8945

On Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at approximately 4:47 P.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to the 1400 block of North Edwards Street for a report of a home on fire.  When KDPS officers arrived, heavy smoke was observed coming from the second story and eaves of the home.

KDPS officers were able to bring the fire under control within 30 minutes.  The structure was occupied, but the residents were able to self-evacuate.  KDPS officers are currently on scene conducting overhaul. 

The cause of the fire is unknown and is under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s office.

Kalamazoo Public Safety would like to remind everyone to talk with family members about a fire escape plan and practice the plan twice a year. 

Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8120 or Silent Observer at 343-2100

By authority of: Lt. Eric Reiber

Date:  Sunday, October 9, 2022

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

Contact:  Jay Shatara, shataraj@kalamazoocity.org, 269-337-8945

On Sunday, October 9, 2022, at approximately 3:32 P.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to the 1200 block of Homecrest Avenue for a report of a garage on fire. When KDPS officers arrived, heavy smoke and flames were observed, and the fire had extended to another nearby garage.

KDPS officers were able to bring the fire under control within 10 minutes.  The initial garage was occupied, but the residents were able to self-evacuate. The second garage sustained minor damage.  No injuries occurred during this incident. 

The cause of the fire is unknown and is under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s office.

Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8120 or Silent Observer at 343-2100

By authority of: Lt. Eric Reiber

Date: Sept 19, 2022

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

Contact: Captain Craig Habel, Criminal Investigations Division, 337-8139

Kalamazoo, Michigan: On Monday, September 19, 2022, at approximately 11:30p.m. a Kalamazoo Public Safety Officer was in the 600 block of E Michigan when a traffic violation was observed on a vehicle. After contact was made with the driver, a 27-year-old Kalamazoo resident, a gun was seen sticking out under the driver’s seat.

Additionally, contact was made with the other two passengers, a 17-year-old Kalamazoo resident and a 21-year-old Kalamazoo Resident, two additional guns were located.

All three individuals were placed under arrest for various felony charges to include CCW; Possession of a Stolen Firearm; Resisting and Obstructing; Felon in Possession of a Firearm; and parole violation.

Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8139 or Silent Observer at 343-2100.

Authority:

Lt. Gretchen Mayo

Date:  Wednesday, August 17, 2022

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

Contact:  Jay Shatara, shataraj@kalamazoocity.org, 269-337-8945

On Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at approximately 12:17 P.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to the 200 block of Douglas Avenue for a report of a garbage can on fire near the home. When KDPS officers arrived, the fire had extended to the exterior of the home.

KDPS officers were able to bring the fire under control within 15 minutes.  The structure was occupied, but the residents were able to self-evacuate.  No injuries occurred during this incident. 

The cause of the fire is unknown and is under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s office.

Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8120 or Silent Observer at 343-2100

By authority of: Lt. Eric Reiber