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Kalamazoo, MI: On Sunday, October 7th, 2012, at approximately 6:03a.m., Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to a structure fire at 1956 Portage Street, a person driving by observed smoke and fire coming out of the La Mexicana Market and called for help. Public Safety officers arrived and encountered heavy fire conditions and smoke in the back of the business. Officers were on scene for approximately four hours conducting fire suppression operations. There was one minor injury to a firefighter as a result of the fire. She was taken to Bronson were she was treated and released. The incident is currently under investigation by the Kalamazoo Fire Marshal.
By authority of: Lt. Christopher Franks
Date: October 7th,2012
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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Kalamazoo, MI: On Saturday, October 6th, 2012, at approximately 7:24p.m., Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to a residential structure fire in the 1600 block of Sheridan St. An alert neighbor observed smoke billowing out of the rear of residence and called for help. Neighbors entered the home and assisted the elderly resident in exiting the burning structure unharmed. Public Safety officers arrived and encountered heavy fire conditions in an attic storage area. Officers were on scene for approximately one hour conducting fire suppression operations. There were no injuries as a result of the fire. The incident is currently under investigation by the Kalamazoo Fire Marshal.
By authority of: Lt. Matt Huber
Date: October 6th,2012
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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Kalamazoo, MI: On June 17th, 2012 at approximately 1:30am, employees from Central City Parking were robbed of the night deposit for the business in the 300 block of N. Rose St. The suspect used a handgun during the robbery and fled on foot with cash from the business.
After an extensive investigation, Public Safety detectives arrested a 31 year old Kalamazoo resident and charged him with Armed Robbery, Felon in Possession of a Firearm and two counts of Felony Firearms. The suspect is in custody and is scheduled to be arraigned on October 11th, 2012.
Anyone with further information on this investigation is encouraged to contact Kalamazoo Public Safety at 337-8994, Silent Observer at 343-2100 or kalamazoosilentobserver.com.
By authority of:
Lt. David O’Strander
Date: 10-03-12
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Capt. Victor Ledbetter 337-8139
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Victim from Homicide Identified
Kalamazoo, MI: The victim from the homicide on Sunday morning in the 1400 block of Portage St. has been identified as 24 year old, Jheryl Cecil Wright of Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo Public Safety would like to offer our condolence to the family and friends of Mr. Wright.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Kalamazoo Public Safety at 337-8994, Silent Observer at 343-2100 or kalamazoosilentobserver.com.
By authority of:
Lt. David O’Strander
Date: 10-01-12
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Capt. Victor Ledbetter 337-8139
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Kalamazoo Man Shot at Convenience Store
Kalamazoo, MI: Public Safety Officers were dispatched to the Quick Stop convenience store at 1405 Portage St. this morning at 3:17am on a report of a man down. Officers discovered a 24 year old Kalamazoo resident on the ground at the front door outside the store. The man was suffering from several gunshot wounds and was unresponsive.
The victim was taken to Bronson Hospital where he later died from his injuries.
The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 18-20 years of age, wearing a black hoodie sweatshirt. The suspect has not been located at this point in the investigation.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Kalamazoo Public Safety at 337-8994, Silent Observer at 343-2100 or kalamazoosilentobserver.com.
By authority of:
Lt. David O’Strander
Date: 09-30-12
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Capt. Victor Ledbetter 337-8139
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KALAMAZOO, Mich. (NEWSCHANNEL 3) - 125 inner-city Kalamazoo youth were surprised with free bikes Wednesday.
They were dropped off at their homes by Kalamazoo Public Safety Officers.
The bike giveaway was organized by Kalamazoo Public Safety's COPS Division.
The goal is to build bridges between police and city kids, so that down the road they will take ownership of their community and become leaders.
The 125 mountain bikes were all strapped to the back of KDPS cruisers ready to go.
They were donated by the Wright for Kids Foundation as a way to strengthen the bond between inner city youth and Kalamazoo Public Safety Officers.
"We got to get a hold of our community, because if we don't protect our community, it's not going to be our community. I just think helping youth is the beginning," said Bill Wright the founder of Wright for Kids Foundation.
The first stop was 10-year-old Keshawn Jackson's house.
Jackson was chosen by KDPS for volunteering to help police test fire hose.
He could barely contain himself as his shiny helmet was strapped on.
Within minutes he was on his new ride with a new outlook on law enforcement.
"Police officers help a lot and they help the community to be safe," said Keshawn Jackson.
Jackson's mother, Tamara Davis had her hopes renewed too and even shed a few tears.
"Being a single mom and on disability it's hard to be able to afford a new bike every year, so it's a blessing," said Davis.
The next stop was 9-year-old Trayden Ampey's place.
His father walked him out to see his new bike. It was a big surprise after his old bike was stolen a few months ago.
"It means he has some faith in the community and the police officers. It shows they care and are considerate," said Ray Ampey.
The last stop was Nicole Anderson's apartment where she lives with her four sons. The night went too fast for KDPS officers.
"Its like Christmas you know. It's satisfaction for me to see any child smile," said Sgt. Tim Randall with Kalamazoo Public Safety.
Police officers picked the Anderson boys for their good behavior, and mom was a little overwhelmed.
"It's exciting, and it's a breath of fresh air that the community is giving back to us," said Nicole Anderson as one of her son's tested out his new bike.
"Thank you for this bike!" said Emmanuel Anderson
The bike helmets were donated by Safe Kids.
KDPS hopes to make this an annual event.
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Kalamazoo, MI: On Thursday, September 27th, 2012, at approximately 9:56 p.m., Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to a reported stabbing in the 400 block of Drexel St. Responding officers located the victim, a 41 year-old male, with a stab wound to the abdomen.
The victim told officers that as he was walking in the 400 block of Norway St, an unknown male approached him and demanded that he turn over his property. As the suspect began reaching into the victim’s pocket, the victim attempted to prevent the robbery by pushing the suspect’s hands away. The suspect then punched the victim three times in the face and stabbed him once in the abdomen with a knife. The victim was able to flee the area on foot to the 400 block of Drexel St. An alert citizen noticed the injured man and called for help.
The victim was transported to Bronson Hospital with non life threatening injuries. No property was taken.
The suspect is described as a B/M, 6’1, 180 lbs, wearing dark clothing. The age of the suspect is unknown. Kalamazoo Public Safety continues to investigate the incident.
By authority of: Lt. Matt Huber
Date: September 27th, 2012
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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Victim of Assault at Ada and Burrell St. Dies from Injuries
The Kalamazoo man who was assaulted on Monday has died from his injuries. He died at approximately 10:00pm last night at Bronson Hospital as a result of a head injury.
The suspect in his assault has been arrested on an Open Murder charge, he was arraigned today in 8th District Ct. and is currently lodged in the Kalamazoo County Jail without bond. The suspect has been identified as 17 year old, Shemar Devon Campbell of Kalamazoo.
By authority of: Lt. David O’Strander
Date: 09-27-12
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Capt. Victor Ledbetter, Criminal Investigation Division, 337-8139
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Kalamazoo, MI: On Thursday, September 27th, 2012 at approximately 12:32 a.m., Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 1600 block of N. Rose St. Responding officers determined that a lone male suspect approached the rear of a residence and fired six shots from a handgun into the home. After the shots were fired, the suspect fled the scene on foot. A Kalamazoo Public Safety K9 was called in to the track the suspect. The track led to the driveway of a near by residence and it is believed that the suspect may have left the area in an unknown vehicle. The intended victim of the assault was not injured. Based on the initial investigation, the incident appears to be part of an ongoing domestic situation.
At this time, no suspect(s) has been arrested. Kalamazoo Public Safety continues to investigate the incident. No further information is available at this time.
By authority of: Lt. Matt Huber
Date: September 27th, 2012
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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Kalamazoo, MI: On Thursday, September 27th, 2012 at approximately 1:58 a.m., Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to a reported robbery in the 1600 block of E. Main Street. The victim told officers that a male subject with a black bandana over his face approached him and placed an object to the back of his head that resembled a gun. The suspect then demanded that victim turn over his property. The victim complied and turned over money and jewelry. The suspect fled the scene in a white late model Cadillac. The victim of the robbery was not injured.
Minutes after the report of the robbery, Kalamazoo Public Safety officers located a possible suspect vehicle in the 1400 block of Humphrey Street occupied by three male subjects. The vehicle was stopped without incident the occupants were identified as the suspects in the robbery.
Three Kalamazoo residents were arrested and lodged at the Kalamazoo County Jail on charges of robbery, accessory to commit robbery, violation of parole and possession of marijuana pending review of this investigation by the prosecutor’s office.
By authority of: Lt. Matt Huber
Date: September 27th, 2012
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Parkway, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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