Weekly Safety Report: Fire and Fatal UTV Crash in Hartford, Michigan
Two incidents occurred in Hartford, Michigan this week. The first incident involved a fire that destroyed an 18,000-square-foot storage building. No injuries were reported, and firefighters used excavators to extinguish the flames. The second incident was a fatal UTV crash in Keeler Township near Hartford. The driver lost control while driving in a field, resulting in the driver's death. The passenger was unharmed.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fire damages grocery store, Bay City launches drone unit
A fire broke out at Kramer's South End grocery store in Bay City, Michigan, causing heavy damage. The fire started on Wednesday morning, and when the Bay City Department of Public Safety arrived, heavy smoke was already present. Fire crews from multiple departments responded to the scene. The cause of the fire and any injuries are yet to be determined. In another incident, the Bay City Department of Public Safety launched its new drone unit to enhance crime-fighting efforts and community safety. The department believes drones have various uses and can be a valuable asset in their operations.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Tragic Drowning and Refinery Explosion in White Lake Township, Michigan
Two incidents occurred in White Lake Township, Michigan this week. The first incident involved the tragic death of a 16-year-old boy who may have drowned while trying to avoid the police. The second incident was an explosion at a petroleum refinery, causing a large fire and the evacuation of around 100 residents.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Port Huron, Michigan Faces Alcohol Sales to Minors and Unresponsive Individual at Bar
This week in Port Huron, Michigan, the police conducted a compliance check on local bars and found that four out of seventeen establishments were selling alcohol to underage individuals. In another incident, the police responded to a large fight at a bar where they found a man being held down by bouncers. Unfortunately, the man was unresponsive and life-saving measures were initiated.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Caro, Michigan Faces Building Damage and Fatal Crash
Two incidents occurred in Caro, Michigan this week. In the first incident, a 35-year-old Caro woman lost control of her minivan and struck the Ellington Township hall, causing significant damage to the 122-year-old building. The second incident involved a fatal crash in Forest Township, where a Caro man died after a collision between a Chevy Malibu and a Jeep. The driver of the Malibu failed to stop at an intersection, resulting in the tragic outcome.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Kentwood Man Charged with CSC and Car Crashes into Depot Building in Grand Haven
Two incidents occurred in Grand Haven, Michigan this week. In the first incident, a Kent County man was arrested and charged with criminal sexual conduct for an incident involving a teenage boy in a Grand Haven hotel. In the second incident, a car crashed into the Depot building in downtown Grand Haven, causing significant damage. The building will be closed until a structural analysis can be completed.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: DPW Worker Rescues Woman from Lake St. Clair, New Officers Join Grosse Pointe Public Safety
This week in Grosse Pointe City, Michigan, two incidents occurred that were bookmarked for a weekly safety report. The first incident involved a Department of Public Works employee rescuing a woman who was struggling to get out of Lake St. Clair while trying cold water therapy. The second incident introduced two new officers to the Grosse Pointe Public Safety Department, both with previous law enforcement experience.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Shots Fired and Incidents in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
This week in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, there were several incidents that required police attention. These incidents included shots fired near an apartment complex, a reported shooting at another apartment complex near Central Michigan University, and various accidents and domestic assaults. No injuries or property damage were reported in the shooting incidents, and the police are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspect vehicle involved in the shots fired complaint.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fatal Crash and School Threats in Waterford Township, Michigan
Two incidents occurred in Waterford Township, Michigan this week. In the first incident, a Waterford Township police officer named Sgt. Richard Sbarra was involved in a fatal car crash on Thanksgiving, resulting in the death of 44-year-old Christofe Wita. The second incident involved an 18-year-old student at Waterford's Mott High School, Deity Orroara Laurine Love, who was charged with making threats against the school on social media.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Embezzlement, Crash, and False Bomb Threat in Marquette County, Michigan
In Marquette County, Michigan, several incidents occurred this week. The former director of a nonprofit organization is accused of embezzling around $30,000 from the organization's bank account through gambling apps. Additionally, a crash on US-41 in Negaunee resulted in injuries and citations for an Ishpeming man. Furthermore, a student at Northern Michigan University was arrested for making a false bomb threat. These incidents are currently under investigation.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Former MSU Director Settlement and East Lansing Crash
This week in East Lansing, Michigan, two incidents occurred that are worth noting in the weekly safety report. The first incident involved a former MSU director who received a $150,000 settlement following a lawsuit over the handling of a harassment case. The second incident was a two-car crash that resulted in one person being hospitalized. The crash occurred in the early hours of Saturday at the intersection of Haslett and Hagadorn roads. An accident investigation team was requested, and the investigation is ongoing.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Homicide, Police Log, and Vigil in Holland, Michigan
This week in Holland, Michigan, there were several incidents that occurred, including a homicide, a police log, and a vigil for a mother who was killed in November. On November 6, Cassandra Casares was tragically shot and killed in the parking lot of a church on Michigan Avenue and 22nd. Her family is pushing for justice and an arrest in this case.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Body of Missing Woman Found and Man Arrested for Cigarette Theft in Flushing, Michigan
Two incidents occurred in Flushing, Michigan this week. The first incident involved the recovery of a body, confirmed to be a missing Flushing woman who went missing in October. The body was found with significant trauma and wearing clothing matching the woman's last known outfit. The second incident involved the arrest of a 46-year-old man who stole $3,500 worth of cigarettes from a gas station in Flushing. The man smashed the front door of the gas station and took several cartons of cigarettes.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fatal Fire and Dog Shooting in Manchester, Michigan
Officials in Manchester, Michigan are working to identify a person who was killed in a fire on Sharon Hollow Road. The fire occurred on December 3 and the two-story home was fully engulfed in flames, collapsing within 15 minutes. In another incident, a Michigan State trooper fatally shot a family dog, claiming it tried to bite him. The shooting took place on December 1 during an investigation of a possible stolen vehicle at the dog owner's home.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Southfield Man Pleads Guilty in $28 Million Cell Phone Scheme, Police Seek Missing 15-Year-Old Girl
A Southfield man has pleaded guilty to a $28 million cell phone upgrade scheme, potentially facing 20 years in prison. The scheme involved fraudulently obtaining personal information and purchasing cell devices on credit using accounts opened in the names of identity theft victims. The scheme ran from 2017 to at least September 2019, with over 26,000 fraudulent transactions made. Additionally, Southfield police are seeking the public's help in locating a missing 15-year-old girl named Sherita Strickland, who was last seen wearing a long green jacket with white fur on the hood, black leggings, and rainbow-color boots.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: House Shooting, Inmate Suicide, and Domestic Fight in Battle Creek
This week in Battle Creek, Michigan, there were three incidents that required police attention. These incidents include a house being shot, an inmate suicide at the Calhoun County Jail, and a man shooting himself in the foot after a domestic fight. Fortunately, no one was injured in the house shooting, but the intended target was not the house. The inmate suicide occurred when a 40-year-old inmate hanged himself with a bedsheet in a shower unit. Despite life-saving efforts, the man passed away at the hospital. In the domestic fight incident, a 24-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to his foot. The woman involved was arrested for domestic assault.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Caro Driver Strikes Township Hall, Stalking Incident, Sword Attack, Fairgrove Fire, and Fatal Crash in Forest Township
This week in Tuscola County, Michigan, several incidents occurred that require attention. A Caro driver lost control of her minivan and struck the Ellington Township hall, potentially causing its demolition. A Unionville-area man was accused of stalking two minors and an adult over a period of seven months. An Akron man allegedly assaulted a woman with a sword in Juniata Township. A fire in Fairgrove destroyed a building, with 14 departments assisting in firefighting efforts. Lastly, a Caro man died in a crash in Forest Township after failing to stop at an intersection.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Fire, Drug Paraphernalia, and Drug House Arrests in Traverse City
This week in Traverse City, Michigan, there were three incidents that required investigation and police intervention. These incidents include a fire at a car dealership building, the arrest of two individuals found sleeping in a car with drug paraphernalia, and the arrest of a man for running a drug house.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Man Accused of Possessing Guns and Explosives, Driver Shot After Fleeing Warren Police
In Warren, Michigan, two incidents occurred this week that raised concerns about public safety. The first incident involved a man, Michael Liburdi, who had previously caused an explosion at his home in 2022. He is now accused of violating his probation by possessing firearms and explosive materials at his new residence. The second incident involved a driver, Michael Adkins, who fled from Warren police during a traffic stop and now faces multiple charges, including assault with a dangerous weapon and fleeing and eluding.
Read full storyWeekly Safety Report: Shooting, Unsolved Case, and Vandalism Impact Flint
This week in Flint, Michigan, there were three incidents that occurred. A man was killed in a shooting at Odyssey Sports Bar, a family continues to search for answers in a downtown shooting tragedy, and vandalism occurred at the Flint Public Library.
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