By Maria Catanzarite Published: Sep. 28, 2021 at 2:41 PM PDT BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - Just after 7 p.m. Sunday night, Michael Hoyh. NOW: Mass shooting in Benton Harbor kills one and injures six NEXT: BENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety reported that officers were dispatched to the. Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety (BHDPS) officers responded to the scene of a shooting around 2:20 a. m. in the area of Ajay's Lounge and A & D Liquor Store in Benton Harbor after seven . Benton Harbor police officers had arrived at the house after 2:15 a.m. to check a report that someone was holding a person at gunpoint at the home, the city's public safety department said. Only 40 inspections remain in the community of 9,800 residents, 85% of whom are Black. More shots are heard. Marlon Bowman was shot multiple times in his chest and died, police said. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) - A 32-year-old man is dead after an early Sunday morning shooting in Benton Harbor. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) Michigan State Police are releasing body camera footage from an officer-involved shooting that killed one man in Benton Harbor. Flood damage has been estimated to be in the $250,000 range. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Officers had been searching for Saffell on home invasion, resisting arrest and other warrants. He engaged officers with a handgun with an extended magazine. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Published: May. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) A 19-year-old man has been killed and six other people were wounded during a shooting at a club and liquor store in southwestern Michigan's Benton Harbor. "He has what is called an extended magazine. Harper was transported to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries. Multiple shots are heard and Gee returns fire, striking Saffell, McGinnis said. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) One man died and six others were injured after a shooting in Benton Harbor early Monday morning, police say. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. One of the officers was shot in his leg and stomach. The BTPD said there was a shots fired call at the complex prior to this call. Fox had sustained gunshot wounds to his back and right leg. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety says the shooting happened in the 700 block of Highland around 11:18 p.m. Thursday. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is seeking information about this incident and/or if someone knows the identity of the persons involved in this incident they are requested to contact the Tipline at 269-927-0293 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-342-STOP (7867) or provide information anonymously via the TIP411 app located in your app store. Residents may pick up bottled water at Southwest Community Action Agency at the following times. This comes as work to replace all of the city's lead service lines nears completion. Just after 3:15 a.m. on Saturday . A class-action complaint was filed against the state of Michigan, Governor Gretchen Whitmer, and several other state officials in May. Upon an initial investigation, officers reported that shell casings found at the scene of the shooting were comprised of various calibers. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Excellence in Education Award Nominations. BENTON HARBOR Police are looking for answers following a shooting Monday morning in Benton Harbor, which left a 19-year-old man dead and six others injured. Calls can be made to 269-384-9715 to speak with Sgt. Christian Global runs clinics in Portage and Wyoming, Michigan. All Rights Reserved. Saffell fired at least 15 rounds from the handgun, McGinnis added. Gee was struck in the left leg. Update: Benton Harbor Police tell ABC57 that this is a deadly shooting. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - Benton Harbor police continue to deal with tightlipped witnesses after another man is fatally shot in the city in the last two weeks. 8, 2022 at 2:25 AM PDT. Another round was stopped by his bulletproof vest. 30, 2022 at 3:34 PM PDT. Williams now faces charges of open murder and will appear in court at the end of the month. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety also shared videos from Saffell's social media showing the extended magazines used in the shooting. Officers found multiple shell casings of various calibers, but none of the people at the scene of the shooting have come forward to give statements to police, the department said. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Kinzler was treated at a hospital and released. 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Update: Benton Harbor Police said that the suspect is in custody. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - A man is dead and two officers are injured after a shootout overnight in Benton Harbor. Officials say that one victim, 19-year-old Marlon Bowman, was pronounced deceased after suffering multiple gunshot wounds to the chest. A $2,000 reward was being offered for information that leads to the identification and arrest of anyone involved in the shooting, police said. All content Copyright 2023 WBND. The article will be updated when more information is released. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety (DPS) is investigating a deadly shooting that happened just before 3:30 a.m. Saturday. You can also give an anonymous tip via the TIP411 app. supports HTML5 video. According to McGinnis, Saffell fired 15 rounds at officers before being hit and killed. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. Authorities say two Benton Harbor police officers were hurt and a suspect was killed in a shooting Thursday night. At this time the exact location and possible injuries are unknown. It happened around 2:20 a.m. on Pipestone Street near I-94. Shortly after midnight, officers with the Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety . BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is investigating after a man was killed in a shooting early Sunday morning. Search your app store by entering Benton Harbor DPS. 2022 Associated Press. Benton Harbor public safety officers responding to reports of multiple gunshots saw a large number of people in the area about 2:30 a.m. Monday, the police department said in a release. MSP: Two officers shot, suspect killed in Benton Harbor, Benton Harbor police hold press conference after deadly officer-involved shooting. The other officer was shot three times, two of the bullets hit his belt and the third bullet hit his leg. April 8, 2022 / 2:30 PM "We made contact with the subject. SOUTH BEND, Ind. Darius Wimberly, 28, died at . To download the app, search your app store by entering Benton Harbor DPS., Follow FOX 17: Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - YouTube, Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released the latest schedule for bottled-water distribution in the city of Benton Harbor. 2022 Associated Press. Follow FOX 17: Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - YouTube. A pipe in the ceiling above a second-story bathroom froze and burst. "Fled twice from Michigan State Police. In doing so, hitting the suspect where he ultimately died from his wounds," said McGinnis. Aisha Tomika Williams, 50, faces an open murder charge and is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 26. Benton Township Police have not located or identified a suspect at this time. First published on April 8, 2022 / 2:30 PM. BENTON HARBOR The executive director of the Twin Cities Area Transportation Authority, which oversees Benton Harbor Dial-A-Ride, was suspended without pay for seven days last week due to. Lake Michigan College's theme for this. Posted: Apr 26, 2022 9:06 AM EST BENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- The Benton Charter Township Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Monday night at the Blossom Acres Housing. Police then, surrounded an apartment located in the 300 block of . Associated Press. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. -- The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety reported that officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Pipestone Street at approximately 2 a.m. on Monday for a shooting that killed one person and injured six other people. Officers from Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety were called. Officers with the Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety say a woman is in custody after a fight at a Benton Harbor high-rise turned deadly. This comes as work to replace all of the city's lead service lines nears completion. 53550 Generations Drive South Bend, IN 46635. Reginald Gee and Officer Blake . To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that "There was also a what we call an OSC officer safety caution file which cautions officers that if you come into contact with him, he has prior drugs in his record, prior assault of police officer, resisting arrest, multiple weapons charges, assault with a dangerous weapon," said McGinnis. I commend my guys for being so aware," said McGinnis. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Sgt. Follow FOX 17: Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - YouTube, Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety. Officers were dispatched to . All Rights Reserved. Nearly 4,500 water lines have already been replaced or verified to be non-lead. They are in the hospital, but their injuries are unknown at the time.. A 30-year-old female resident of Benton Harbor was shot and killed at Briarwood Apartments on Saturday. Two people are now charged in connection to a shooting in Benton Harbor after an apparent robbery-gone-bad. Nearly 4,500 water service lines have been replaced or verified as nonlead. Officers responded to an apartment . Caption: Body camera footage from Benton Harbor Police. Update: Benton Harbor Police said that the suspect is in custody. On Friday . "Benton Harbor officers were attempting to arrest the subject. Updated: Apr 8, 2022 / 09:46 PM EDT. Benton Harbor shootout caught on cell phone video. - The South Bend Police Department is investigating a shooting near West Western Avenue and Camden Street Thursday afternoon. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, and all over Michiana, people will gather to honor his life and monumental impact, but Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor wanted to kick off the celebration a little bit early. BENTON HARBOR, MI - Two police officers shot and killed a man after they were shot late Thursday night. Troopers also arrested 99 fugitives with existing warrants and initiated over 2,500 traffic stops. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released the latest schedule for bottled-water distribution in the city of Benton Harbor. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has released the latest schedule for bottled-water distribution in the city of Benton Harbor. May 31, 2022 / 9:15 AM Benton Harbor public safety officers responding to reports of multiple gunshots saw a large number of people in the area about 2:30 a.m. Monday, the police department said in a release. Officers believe Williams attacked Harper in the hallway, knocking him to the floor and resulting in fatal injuries. It was Wednesday, April 7, when police heard gunfire in the area of Brunson Avenue and Dr. Daniel Cook. Benton Harbor Public Safety Director Daniel McGinnis told reporters Friday that Dustin Saffell exchanged gunfire with the officers at about 11:20 p.m. Thursday outside a home in the city. Man Killed, 2 Benton Harbor Officers Wounded During Shootout April 8, 2022 / 2:30 PM / CW50 Detroit BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) A police officer shot and killed a 32-year-old man who. Police say the man was Murice McKenzie, a 32-year-old resident of Benton Harbor. BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. Berrien County dispatch received a call about a shooting on S Fair Avenue around 8:20 p.m., dispatch confirmed. If you have any information about what happened or know any of the three people in the pictures, call the departments tip line at (269) 927-0293 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-342-STOP (7867). / CW50 Detroit. At 12:11 p.m. on Jan. 10, Benton Harbor officers responded to an assault complaint on the third floor of the apartment complex, located at 200 River Terrace Drive. Upon arrival, officers found. Officers said Saffell was wanted on several felony warrants, including home invasion as well as resisting arrest, fleeing and alluding. Both officers are expected to survive. Investigation revealed that Harper had fought with his next-door neighbor, Aisha Tomika Williams, 50, and the argument got progressively violent. When officers approached the car to make contact, McGinnis says Saffell got out of the car and started shooting at one of the officers. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. First published on May 31, 2022 / 9:15 AM. The suspect, 32-year-old Dustin Levell Saffell, was shot and killed by police after he fired 15 rounds in their direction, hitting both of their legs, injuring them. She was found on scene immediately, officers say, and was arrested without incident. Update: Witnesses tell ABC57 one man has been shot. Footage from Sgt. It happened on Jan. 10 around 12:10 . Officers responded to a call at 10:14 p.m. regarding a shot individual. Two men are dead after an early morning shooting in Benton Harbor, according to a press release from Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety.Police officials responded to 996 LaVette at an . Ferguson was labeled as the leader of the conspiracy, committing wire fraud at hundreds of Walmart stores across 38 states. Elkhart Public Library staff react to county commissioner resolution Notre Dame falls to Florida State in back-to-back losses, Cloudy tonight, less breezy Wednesday before rain returns, Saint Joseph High School to consider renaming mascot, St. Joseph County-City building gets new security measures. Two of the officers were shot. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Officers responded to an apartment complex in the 900 block of Buss to find a 41-year-old Dowagiac man dead. Because he has an extensive criminal record, Benton Harbor officers sent a team to assist. He underwent surgery and is now in stable condition. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. 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The incident resulted in a shootout between the suspect and the officers," said Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety Director Daniel McGinnis Jr. Mild, cloudy, breezy Tuesday; more rain Wednesday night, Woman attacked outside University Park Mall Sunday, Rain retreats tonight, stays away until Wednesday night, City leaders break ground on brand-new MLK Dream Center, South Bend Police investigating shooting on Western Avenue, Camden Street, Elkhart Public Library staff react to county commissioner resolution that supports stripping library protections, No charges filed against Rita Glenn, Indiana State Police completes investigation, Water temporarily shut off in area of Wolcottville for repair, Trafficking Tragedy: How pandemic travel restrictions may have exacerbated fentanyl crisis, Trafficking Tragedy: Austin's story, how one pill can end a life, Trafficking Tragedy: DEA warns of deadly rise in fentanyl. All content Copyright 2023 WBND. 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