Date: Saturday, January 15, 2022

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

Contact: Ryan Bridges, bridgesR@kalamazoocity.org, 269-762-2922

On Friday, January 14, 2022 at approximately 6:00 P.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety were made aware of an individual impersonating a police officer. The suspect conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Portage Rd near Palmer St.

KDPS officers are currently investigating the incident and are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual.

Officers have determined that the suspect was at the scene of an earlier traffic crash on that same day. Attached is a picture from the Officers Body Worn Camera at the scene of the traffic crash. This photograph is of the suspect and the suspect’s vehicle. The suspect is an unknown white male and the vehicle is believed to be a dark colored Chevy Equinox.

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, December 26, 2021

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

Contact:  Ryan Bridges, bridgesR@kalamazoocity.org, 269-762-2922

PRESS RELEASE

Kalamazoo, MI:

On Sunday, December 26, 2021 at approximately 2:41 P.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to the 900 block of Staples St. for a report of a burglary.  While officers were enroute to the residence, the homeowner advised dispatch that the suspect had just shot him and fled on foot. 

Officers arrived on scene, locating the victim suffering from a single gunshot wound inside the garage.  The victim was provided medical care and transported to a local hospital where is remains in stable condition.

Officers set up a perimeter and a K9 track was started.  Officers on perimeter observed the suspect fleeing through backyards and pursued her on foot.  The suspect was arrested and lodged on several felony charges related to the shooting and possession of a firearm.  The firearm used in this incident was recovered.    

In partnership with the community, Kalamazoo Public Safety remains committed to effectively addressing gun violence and asks that anyone with information regarding this incident contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8120 or Silent Observer at 343-2100

By authority of: Lt. Eric Reiber

Date:  Saturday, November 27, 2021

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

Contact:  Ryan Bridges, bridgesR@kalamazoocity.org, 269-762-2922

Kalamazoo, MI:

On Saturday, November 27, 2021 at approximately 6:30 A.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to the 800 blk of Hawley street for a report of a structure fire. When KDPS officers arrived, smoke and flames were observed coming from the front of the residence.     

KDPS officers were able to bring the fire under control within 15 minutes and are currently still on scene.  The structure was unoccupied, and no injuries occurred. Two dogs were rescued from the home during the incident.

The cause of the fire is not yet known 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:  Wednesday, November 10, 2021

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

Contact:  Ryan Bridges, bridgesR@kalamazoocity.org, 269-762-2922

Personal Injury Crash

Kalamazoo, MI:

On Wednesday, November 10, 2021 Kalamazoo Public Safety officers were dispatched to the intersection of S. Park and W. Maple St reference to a two-vehicle crash.  Upon arrival officers located a motorcyclist who was unresponsive and provided medical treatment.  The victim was transported to a local hospital where he is listed in critical condition.  The other driver was not injured during the crash and alcohol is not believed to be a factor.

S. Park is currently closed between Inkster St and W. Maple St while officers continue the investigation.  S. Park will be re-opened in approximately 10 minutes.

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:  Monday, November 08, 2021

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

Contact:  Ryan Bridges, bridgesR@kalamazoocity.org, 269-762-2922

Bank Robberies

Kalamazoo, MI:

On Monday, November 8, 2021 at approximately 12:44 P.M., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety responded to the 100 block of E. Michigan Avenue for a report of two bank robberies that had just occurred.  The 911 callers were able to provide dispatch a detailed description of the suspect who fled the scenes.  Arriving officers were able to locate the suspect fleeing on a bicycle and take him into custody without incident.  The suspect, a 27-year-old Kalamazoo resident was arrest for two counts of bank robbery and is awaiting arraignment.

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