UPDATE: Two officers hurt, suspect dead in officer-involved shooting in The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety says the shooting happened in the 700 block of Highland around 11:18 p.m. Thursday. Gee and Kinzler were both taken to the hospital for treatment. State police were investigating the shooting. 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. Stay with 16 News Now on-air and online as we continue to follow this developing story. Sgt. The victim, a 60-year-old South Haven man, had been shot in the head. The body cam video shows the moments before 32-year-old Dustin Saffell fires shots at two Benton Harbor police officers. While on scene, officers arrested the suspect a 57-year-old man, also from Benton Harbor. Gee. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) A 32-year-old man is dead after an early Sunday morning shooting in Benton Harbor. Vastly different scenarios, some are not even crimes. Officers had been searching for Saffell on home invasion, resisting arrest and other warrants. We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. During a Friday morning press. A person is dead following a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 35 near County Road 400 North Saturday morning. BREAKING: Man dies after officer involved shooting in Benton Harbor Indiana will pay if teachers want gun training - abc57.com 574-258-5483. First published on May 31, 2022 / 9:15 AM. Both officers are expected to survive. Current Wightman President Matt Davis, PE, LEED AP, will be stepping down from his role in April 2024. 2022 Associated Press. 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. Officers responded to an apartment . Upon arrival, officers found one man dead and arrested the other man on multiple charges, including open murder. 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. McGinnis also said officers were aware of Saffell's previous criminal history, including drugs, assaulting police and weapons possession. Michigan State Police are now taking over the investigation to make sure both officers followed proper protocol. Despite a 5.5% net sales decline from last quarter, Whirlpool (NYSE: WHR) gen. Sgt. 1 killed in Benton Harbor shooting | WOODTV.com Police: one dead in Benton Harbor shooting - WXMI BENTON TOWNSHIP, MI -- A man and a woman were shot after an argument and a suspect was arrested, the Benton Charter Township Police Department reports. The officer returned fire, hitting and killing him. Marlon Bowman was shot multiple times in his chest and died, police said. Lovers quarrel? Reginald Gee and Officer Blake Kinzler were shot by the. He was pronounced dead the scene. Police are continuing their investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Benton Township Police Department at 925-1135 or via the departments Facebook page. Michael Delaney, 32, of Benton Harbor, has been named a suspect and is still at large as of 2 a.m. Sunday. Officers were called just after 3:30 p.m. to the 2700 block. 30-year-old woman killed in shooting at Benton Township apartment complex In the shooting, he gets out of the car with that balaclava on," said McGinnis. Marion Lamont Perry Jr., 25 . It happened. Man and woman shot after argument in Southwest Michigan Muhammad was first elected as a city commissioner in 2009 and as mayor in 2015. Police say the man was Murice McKenzie, a 32-year-old resident of Benton Harbor. Benton Harbor Public Safety Director Daniel McGinnis told reporters Friday that Dustin Saffell exchanged gunfire with the officers about 11:20 p.m. 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. Officers said Saffell was wanted on several felony warrants,. Benton Harbor public safety. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. One man is killed, police say, after a shooting that happened this morning in Benton Harbor. Sergeant Reginald Gee is the officer wearing the body camera. Mental health resources are being made available to anyone in public safety who has been impacted. Reginald Gee getting out of his vehicle and locating Saffell. Gee made contact with Saffell for an outstanding warrant. BENTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WNDU) - Benton Township police have made an arrest after a man was shot and killed late Sunday afternoon. He is known to wear that balaclava. Wind chills will hover around 30F throughout Monday. Rainfall around a quarter of an inch. ORIGINAL STORY: A man was shot and killed inside a convenience store in Berrien County. 24 year old arrested after shooting woman in arm - wndu.com Officers were called at 2:46 a.m.. Anyone with information about the shooting is still encouraged to contact Benton Township police. Benton Harbor officers look for suspects in deadly shooting - WXMI A $2,000 reward was being offered for information that leads to the identification and arrest of anyone involved in the shooting, police said. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety were trying to arrest Dustin Levell. Marlon. Death investigation underway after body found near Merrifield Kroger in This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Michigan requires water supplies to replace an average of five percent of their lead service lines annually over a 20-year period. The suspect in a fatal Benton Harbor shooting has been killed by police in Texas. ABC57 News in South Bend, Ind. Benton Harbor Police shared body camera video of the shootout during the press conference. The man was taken to the hospital and later died of his injuries. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) A police officer shot and killed a 32-year-old man who opened fire and wounded that officer and another in Benton Harbor, authorities said. ABC57 News in South Bend, Ind. On Friday, police arrested 21-year-old. I commend my guys for being so aware," said McGinnis. Officers were called just after 3:30 p.m. to the 2700 block of Townline Road on a report of a shooting. An arrest has been made after a man was shot to death in Benton Township. BENTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WNDU) - A 30-year-old Benton Harbor woman is dead after a shooting on Saturday at an apartment complex in Benton Township. All Rights Reserved. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Firefighters found the children, ages 3 and 4, inside the burning Benton Harbor home. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - Michigan State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Benton Harbor. The. Iron Mountain Daily News. Saffell then exited the car with a gun in his hand and immediately shot at Sgt. publicfilessbn@federatedmedia.com Gee who was down. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Excellence in Education Award Nominations. A St. Joseph business is celebrating one year in the community. Police say Cathy Sue Swartz was brutally murdered inside her apartment back on Dec. 2, 1988. We want to make sure officers are getting back to normalcy as quickly as possible.. The victim was identified as Marlon Tyree Bowman, 19. 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. 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. A Call for Answers: Police still looking for witnesses in shooting of Brandon and Shae. 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Officers spotted Saffells vehicle at a house and attempted to make contact. 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 Officer Blake Kinzler was wounded when he went to assist Gee. BENTON TOWNSHIP Police have made an arrest in a Sunday fatal shooting in Benton Township. 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. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is investigating after a man was killed in a shooting early Sunday morning. Instead of stopping, he drove away, leading troopers on a short chase. 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Report: 1 killed, 2 wounded in Benton Harbor shooting Man accused of killing security guard faces additional charge of battery, day before shooting. "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. The names of the 40-year-old man who was shot and the 57-year-old man who was taken into custody have not been released. Hes now in the Berrien County Jail, where he is awaiting formal charges on multiple counts, including open murder. "We made contact with the subject. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety says the shooting happened in the 700 block of Highland around 11:18 p.m. Thursday. Push for Covenant School shooting records reaches Gov. 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. By the time officers arrived, they found one man wounded. Police responded to reports of a shooting. Periods of rain and snow. During a press conference Friday morning, both officers were applauded for their hard work and are taking time off to focus on their mental health. Outdoor activities, dining, entertainment and lodging in Southwest Michigan. Man who lost wife, son in Texas mass shooting tells story. Please contact Detective Kelly Anderson of the Major Case Unit at (269) 332-4502 for any information leading to the location and apprehension of Daniel Autrey. Man dead after shooting in Benton Harbor early Monday Were learning much more about an officer-involved shooting Thursday night in Benton Harbor after officials held a press conference Friday morning. Gee was struck in the left leg. Officers from Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety were called. Saffell fired at least 15 rounds from the handgun, McGinnis added. Police also say Saffell had a history of resisting arrest and being armed. BENTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WNDU) - Benton Township police have made an arrest after a man was shot and killed late Sunday afternoon. According to a news release, the suspect was taken to the Berrien County jail to await arraignment. Updated: May 30, 2022 / 06:46 PM EDT BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WOOD) One man died and six others were injured after a shooting in Benton Harbor early Monday morning, police say. On Thursday, troopers tried to pull the man over for a traffic stop on Pipestone Road in Benton Township. First published on April 8, 2022 / 2:30 PM. 22-year-old man dead after shooting in Benton Harbor Niles beat Benton Harbor in MHSAA Division 2 boys basketball district BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) A 3-year-old girl was hospitalized after being shot in Benton Harbor, authorities said. Police arrived to find the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and she was declared dead at the scene. Autopsies will be performed to determine their exact cause of death. 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. Gee returned fire ultimately striking Saffell and killing him. If your anonymous tip leads to the solving of this case or an arrest, you are eligible for a $2,500 cash reward. "Fled twice from Michigan State Police. 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. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Excellence in Education Award Nominations. Drug deal gone bad? Kinzler was treated at a hospital and released. Officers were attempting to arrest him after spotting a vehicle associated with him in the 700 block of Highland Avenue. The federal action level is 15-ppb.