Michigan State Police are now taking over the investigation to make sure both officers followed proper protocol. MSP: Two officers shot, suspect killed in Benton Harbor, Benton Harbor police hold press conference after deadly officer-involved shooting. When officers approached the car to make contact, McGinnis says Saffell got out of the car and started shooting at one of the officers. Jon Zimney is the News and Programming Director for News/Talk 95.3 Michiana's News Channel and host of the Fries With That podcast. Hes now in the Berrien County Jail, where he is awaiting formal charges on multiple counts, including open murder. Chance of rain 100%. Published: Apr. On Thursday, troopers tried to pull the man over for a traffic stop on Pipestone Road in Benton Township. 3,000 Benton Harbor water customers will start seeing a credit on their bills.Thats after the city commission voted last night to spend $2.1 million from the A, Neighbors are looking for answers after what was originally a structure fire, now a homicide investigation in the Benton Harbor area.The incident happened in th. Reporting it only as a shooting just plays into the anti-gun lobby. Multiple shots are heard and Gee returns fire, striking Saffell, McGinnis said. Shortly after midnight, officers with the Benton Harbor Department of. Copyright 2023 WNDU. April 8, 2022 / 2:30 PM Sgt. Kinzler has been with the department for more than three years. In doing so, hitting the suspect where he ultimately died from his wounds," said McGinnis. All Rights Reserved. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Excellence in Education Award Nominations. If your anonymous tip leads to the solving of this case or an arrest, you are eligible for a $2,500 cash reward. He was pronounced dead the scene. During a Friday morning press. Because he has an extensive criminal record, Benton Harbor officers sent a team to assist. Just before 2 AM, officers of Benton Harbor's Department of Public Safety responded to. Saffell then exited the car with a gun in his hand and immediately shot at Sgt. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Delaney may have been in a previous relationship with the victim, according to the police report. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - A man is dead and two officers are injured after a shootout overnight in Benton Harbor. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is investigating after a man was killed in a shooting early Sunday morning. Self defense? Benton Township police were called at about 3:30 p.m. Sunday to the 2700 block of Townline Road on a report of a shooting. Marlon. The incident resulted in a shootout between the suspect and the officers," said Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety Director Daniel McGinnis Jr. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. The officer returned fire, hitting and killing him. Let us know what's going on! ABC57 News in South Bend, Ind. We want to make sure officers are getting back to normalcy as quickly as possible.. 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. BENTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WNDU) - Benton Township police have made an arrest after a man was shot and killed late Sunday afternoon. He had gone as far as to post, I guess you can call it success, from getting away from police earlier in the week, on social media and was also still continuing to harass his victim, an official said. Two other rounds struck his belt. It happened in the 700 block of Highland Ave. We have a crew on-scene working to learn more information. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Questions or concerns relating to the accessibility of the FCCs online public file system should be directed to the FCC at 888-225-5322, 888-835-5322 (TTY), orfccinfo@fcc.gov. Police say at least 15 rounds were shot between the two. According to police, Sgt. Daniel Autry Jr., 24, was handed a sentence of 50-70 years for the shooting death of Delray Lloyd, 27. Stay with 16 News Now on-air and online as we continue to follow this developing story. According to the Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety, officers responded to the scene at around 2:53 a.m. A wounded 22-year-old man from Benton Harbor was found in a backyard of 1000. Two of the officers were shot. Were learning much more about an officer-involved shooting Thursday night in Benton Harbor after officials held a press conference Friday morning. Reginald Gee getting out of his vehicle and locating Saffell. Officers arrested the suspect, a 57-year-old Benton Harbor man, at the scene. Higher wind gusts possible. BENTON HARBOR, MI - Two police officers shot and killed a man after they were shot late Thursday night. Officers said Saffell was wanted on several felony warrants,. First published on May 31, 2022 / 9:15 AM. Low 38F. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. Authorities say two Benton Harbor police officers were hurt and a suspect was killed in a shooting Thursday night. 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First published on April 8, 2022 / 2:30 PM. More shots are heard. Gee who was down. Marion Lamont Perry Jr., 25 . Michigan requires water supplies to replace an average of five percent of their lead service lines annually over a 20-year period. Gee and Kinzler were both taken to the hospital for treatment. A person is dead following a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 35 near County Road 400 North Saturday morning. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. Early this morning, the Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety received reports of gunfire near Ajay's Lounge, a bar on Pipestone St. "He had fled over the last week," McGinnis said. News Sports Counties Business Music USA TODAY Obituaries eNewspaper Legals. He fled twice from us from Tuesday to Wednesday. All rights reserved. Stay with us as we continue to follow this breaking news story. Officers from Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety were called. Benton Township authorities reported early Sunday morning that a 30-year-old female resident of Benton Harbor was shot and killed at Briarwood Apartments on Saturday. 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. So when we attempted to make contact with him on the Benton Harbor warrant, he often fled, but we went with a team because of the officers safety filed. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. In the shooting, he gets out of the car with that balaclava on," said McGinnis. Later, the suspect's vehicle was found abandoned near Marion Avenue and Parker Avenue. Police also say Saffell had a history of resisting arrest and being armed. Police say they had been investigating Dustin LeVell Saffell for some time and that he had numerous warrants out for his arrest. It happened. Windy. Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb is expected to sign a bill that will create a state-funded handgun training program for teachers who want the . Marlon Bowman was shot multiple times in his chest and died, police said. covers all of Michiana including St. Joseph, Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaPorte and Marshall counties in Indiana and Berrien, Cass, Van Buren and St. Joseph counties in Mich. By the time officers arrived, they found one man wounded. He will be in his 70s when he first becomes eligible for parole. Benton Township police were called at about 3:30 p.m. Sunday to the 2700 block of Townline Road on a report of a shooting. Lovers quarrel? Winds NW at 20 to 30 mph. 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. 18, 2023 at 12:27 PM PDT. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) Benton Harbor police are looking for the person who shot and killed one person and wounded two others. Police responded to reports of a 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. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. One man is killed, police say, after a shooting that happened this morning in Benton Harbor. All rights reserved. Benton Harbor Officer Blake Kinzler was wounded when he went to assist Gee. He is known to wear that balaclava. Officers from Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety were called to the intersection of Seeley Street and Highland Avenue after hearing complaints about shots fired. (WNDU) - A 24-year-old Michigan City woman is facing multiple charges after shooting another woman in the arm early Sunday morning . BENTON HARBOR, Mich. Two people are hospitalized following a shooting in Benton Charter Township early Sunday morning. Anyone with information about the shooting is still encouraged to contact Benton Township police. Officers said Saffell was wanted on several felony warrants, including home invasion as well as resisting arrest, fleeing and alluding. Autopsies will be performed to determine their exact cause of death. They soon stopped chasing him because of unsafe conditions. The appeal was filed last week by the attorney for 16-year-old Anthony Hutchens, who received a 64-year suspended sentence back in late March. All Rights Reserved. Gee made contact with Saffell for an outstanding warrant. 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. Eventually, the 22-year-old Benton Harbor man was arrested. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - A man is dead and two officers are injured after a shootout overnight in Benton Harbor. Please enter valid email address to continue. In February, Benton Harbor native Gwen Johnson announced shes running to be mayor of the city. Gee was reportedly shot twice and, as of Friday, is in stable condition. Contract Concerns: Did St. Joseph County overpay for County-City Building security? Chance of rain 100%. The federal action level is 15-ppb. Michael Delaney, 32, of Benton Harbor, is dead after an officer-involved shooting in Weatherford, Texas, according to a release from the Benton Township Police Department. MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. Officers responded to an apartment . BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) A man was killed and two officers were injured after they exchanged gunfire outside a Benton Harbor house Thursday night. Benton Harbor Police shared body camera video of the shootout during the press conference. Police say Cathy Sue Swartz was brutally murdered inside her apartment back on Dec. 2, 1988. Michael Delaney, 32, of Benton Harbor, has been named a suspect and is still at large as of 2 a.m. Sunday. Benton Harbor commissioners are approving a major sewer project within the city.According to our reporting partners at WSJM, the city will seek around $20 milli, BENTON HARBOR Whirlpool Corp.s $3 billion acquisition last year of a leading food waste disposal manufacturer helped to boost the Benton Harbor appliance makers first-quarter performance. Copyright 2022 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. ORIGINAL STORY: A man was shot and killed inside a convenience store in Berrien County. Officers were attempting to arrest him after spotting a vehicle associated with him in the 700 block of Highland Avenue. Gee was struck in the left leg. 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An officer found a 24-year-old man lying in the bedroom with a gunshot wound, according to a news release. A $2,000 reward was being offered for information that leads to the identification and arrest of anyone involved in the shooting, police said. Benton Harbor public safety. The. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Sgt. Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety Director Daniel McGinnis Jr. said Saffell had run from law enforcement twice in the past week. Congressional Art Competition to put winning piece on display in D.C. 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BENTON TOWNSHIP Police have made an arrest in a Sunday fatal shooting in Benton Township. Push for Covenant School shooting records reaches Gov. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Kinzler was shot three times when he went to assist Sgt. An autopsy is scheduled for the victim, who has yet to be identified. covers all of Michiana including St. Joseph, Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaPorte and Marshall counties in Indiana and Berrien, Cass, Van Buren and St. Joseph counties in Mich. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) A 3-year-old girl has been hospitalized after suffering from a gunshot wound in Benton Harbor, authorities said. Officers were called at 2:46 a.m.. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) A 32-year-old man is dead after an early Sunday morning shooting in Benton Harbor. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - Michigan State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Benton Harbor. Search your app store by entering Benton Harbor DPS. BENTON HARBOR, MI - One man was killed and seven others injured in a shooting Monday, May 30, outside of a bar and liquor store. According to the report, investigation and evidence determined the victim was shot on the second floor of the apartment building at 1957 Union, dragged down the stairway and walkway, and left in the walkway. ST. JOSEPH A Benton Harbor man who is serving a long prison sentence will not get a new trial, based on a ruling issued Friday afternoon by a Berrien County judge. Benton Charter Township Police Department officers were dispatched to the . Currently, officers do not have any known suspects. State police were investigating the shooting. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety says the shooting happened in the 700 block of Highland around 11:18 p.m. Thursday. Officers were called to the 2700 block of Townline Road around 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 19, where they found the 40-year-old man from Benton Harbor dead from apparent gunshot wounds. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Benton Harbor Public Safety Director Daniel McGinnis told reporters Friday that Dustin Saffell exchanged gunfire with the officers about 11:20 p.m. Police say a 37-year-old LaPorte man was driving southbound on U.S. 35 while a driver of a Chevrolet was heading northbound shortly before 1:30 a.m. One of the vehicles crossed the center line, causing a head-on crash. Gee returned fire ultimately striking Saffell and killing him. Police responded to reports of a shooting Saturday around 4:30 a.m.. / CW50 Detroit. He suffered a superficial gunshot wound to his leg. Anyone with information on the ongoing investigation is asked to contact the Benton Township Township Police Department at 269-925-1135 or via their Facebook page. While on scene, officers arrested the suspect a 57-year-old man, also from Benton Harbor. On Friday, police shared body camera footage of the incident. Normally a gun has a magazine, this one is the size of a small club. Berrien County evidence technicians assisted Benton Township Evidence Technicians with the processing of the crime scene, and Medic 1 Ambulance Service attempted life-saving measures at the scene, according to the report. Reginald Gee and Officer Blake Kinzler. He has since been released from the hospital. Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety also shared videos from Saffell's social media showing the extended magazines used in the shooting. Do April showers actually bring May flowers? Reginald Gee saw one of the vehicles that Saffell was last known to be in and then contacted other officers and said we have him in a driveway, McGinnis said. Wightman, a multi-disciplinary employee-owned consulting firm, has announced recent changes to its leadership team and Board of Directors. We're, at this point, unsure why he decided after all the times he ran and fled and kind of made a game of it to shoot it out this time.". Again, I have to commend my guys for being that aware, said Daniel McGinnis, Public Safety Director of the Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety. According to McGinnis, Saffell fired 15 rounds at officers before being hit and killed. The wounded were treated at an area hospital. Viewers with disabilities can get assistance accessing this stations FCC Public Inspection File by contacting the station with the information listed below. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. One man is killed, police say, after a shooting that happened this morning in Benton Harbor. "We made contact with the subject. Sgt. The body cam video shows the moments before 32-year-old Dustin Saffell fires shots at two Benton Harbor police officers. Both officers are expected to be okay after being treated at the hospital though they will take some time off to receive counseling and other support. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. ABC57 News in South Bend, Ind. "There was nothing, although they used caution, there was nothing that led them to believe that he was going to fire on them this time. Posted: Apr 27, 2023 10:44 AM EDT. Police say the shooting occurred at a residence in the 72000 block of M-43 Highway in South Haven Township. BENTON HARBOR, MI A man was shot and killed in Benton Harbor, and police have identified a person of interest in the case. He recognized . Three suspects wanted for a recent fatal shooting in Benton Harbor have been arrested, according to the Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety. Vastly different scenarios, some are not even crimes. McGinnis also said officers were aware of Saffell's previous criminal history, including drugs, assaulting police and weapons possession. Instead of stopping, he drove away, leading troopers on a short chase. An investigation is underway after an officer-involved shooting in Benton Harbor Tuesday morning. Gee has been a Benton Harbor officer for six years. "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. Police say the man was Murice McKenzie, a 32-year-old resident of Benton Harbor.
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