According to McGinnis, Saffell fired 15 rounds at officers before being hit and killed. Were also learning that Bowman was a wide receiver, running back and wore #24 for the Benton Harbor Tigers football team before graduating last year. 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When Mario Macri was killed, he was found dead inside the garage of a building on Newman Blvd. Sgt. A $2,000 reward was being offered for information that leads to the identification and arrest of anyone involved in the shooting, police said. Kinzler was treated at a hospital and released. A 32-year-old man is dead after an early Sunday morning shooting in Benton Harbor. Officers were. "Benton Harbor officers were attempting to arrest the subject. He fled twice from us from Tuesday to Wednesday. Contract Concerns: Did St. Joseph County overpay for County-City Building security? BERRIEN COUNTY, Mich. (WNDU) - A Benton Harbor man was bound over trial on an open murder charge in connection with the fatal shooting of his girlfriend. Nov 4, 2022; Special Sections. 53550 Generations Drive South Bend, IN 46635. We ask you to keep your comments relevant and respectful. Two other rounds struck his belt. All rights reserved (About Us). Officers were attempting to arrest him after spotting a vehicle associated with him in the 700 block of Highland Avenue. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. McGinnis said. Michigan State Police will now take over the investigation. "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. Ive been here twenty-three years. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - A man is dead and two officers are injured after a shootout overnight in Benton Harbor. . 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. 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. Jonathan Massari admitted he plotted to kill Lorenzo Giordano and Rocco Sollecito, leaders in the Rizzuto organization, and admitted to being part of the conspiracy to murder Vincenzo and Giuseppe Falduto. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. The wounded were treated at an area hospital. Sergeant Gee who is a combat veteran marine was able to maintain his composure, return fire and try to get to cover. Marlon. Three Benton Harbor residents are recovering at Spectrum Health Lakeland after they were shot early Monday morning. A Call for Answers: Police still looking for witnesses in shooting of Brandon and Shae, Trafficking Tragedy: How pandemic travel restrictions may have exacerbated fentanyl crisis. Saffell had also been posting on social media about having extended magazines and bragging about evading police, Deputy Director Michael Clark said. The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is offering a $2,000 award for information that leads to the arrest of the suspect or suspects involved in this shooting. June 26th 2022, 9:46 AM PDT . All Rights Reserved. Witnesses tell ABC57 that the upset crowd began fighting before a shooting took place at the scene. First published on May 31, 2022 / 9:15 AM. Reginald Gee and Officer Blake Kinzler. Normally a gun has a magazine, this one is the size of a small club. Two of the officers were shot. Kinzler was shot twice in his bulletproof vest and once in the leg, McGinnis said. Benton Harbor Officer Blake Kinzler was wounded when he went to assist Gee. The victim was identified as Marlon Tyree Bowman, 19. St. Joseph County expected to open long-awaited new morgue this Cloudy and breezy start Tuesday; some sun by afternoon, South Bend Common Council approves mutiple revitalizing bills, Benton Harbor Police Chief speaks after two officers were wounded in shooting, Former Notre Dame Quarterback Jack Coan talks playing in the XFL, ABC57 Sound Off: Elkhart County Recycling. All rights reserved (About Us). Meanwhile, there will be a balloon release on Tuesday night at the Benton Harbor High School football field at 6 p.m. for Marlon. 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.". Michigan State Police are investigating the shooting. South Bend shows support for Kidney Cancer Awareness Month, Mild Wednesday; prepping for messy weather Friday, South Bend seeing affordable housing boom, Local faith leaders push for mental health crisis center funding. Saint-Laurent'? Police said they were responding to a break-in at a home when they say Miller produced a handgun and shots were exchanged with troopers, who were not injured. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. BENTON HARBOR A man is dead following a Monday morning shooting in Benton Harbor, police said. The video shows Sgt. Currently, officers do not have any known suspects. near Lapierre St., where he owned a company called Plan B that loaned money. In the video footage, Saffell starts firing and Gee returns fire, McGinnis said. Man Slain, 6 People Wounded During Shooting In Benton Harbor May 31, 2022 / 9:15 AM / CW50 Detroit BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) A 19-year-old man has been killed and six other people. Calls can be made to 269-384-9715 to speak with Sgt. Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety also shared videos from Saffell's social media showing the extended magazines used in the shooting. Police say at least 15 rounds were shot between the two. Police said that Bowman, who appeared to have suffered multiple gunshots to his chest, died while seven others were taken to Spectrum Health Lakeland for treatment of gunshots. 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. As you know, this is a lifechanging event for everyone involved, on both sidesrisk management piece. April 8, 2022 / 2:30 PM Published: May. Saffell was. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). BERRIEN COUNTY, MI - State police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened late Thursday, April 7, in Benton Harbor. One dead, six hurt in Benton Harbor shooting, Runaway 15-year-old girl from South Bend located, Sectional boys basketball highlights 2/28. Another round was stopped by his bulletproof vest. 365 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 3L4. Marlon Bowman was shot multiple times in his chest and died, police said. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Witnesses tell ABC57 that a fight broke out before the shooting due to an argument concerning a ticketed event scheduled for Ajays Lounge. In the shooting, he gets out of the car with that balaclava on," said McGinnis. BENTON HARBOR, MI Two police officers shot and killed a man after they were shot late Thursday night. All Rights Reserved. -- Two Benton Harbor police officers were shot Thursday night, after wanted suspect Dustin Levell Saffell immediately opened fire on Sgt. Posted: Feb 27, 2023 2:12 PM EST. In doing so, hitting the suspect where he ultimately died from his wounds," said McGinnis. Investigators say there was a large party happening near where the shooting took place. "Fled twice from Michigan State Police. Friday, February 17, 2023. 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. 08, 2022, 12:49 p.m. Two Benton Harbor Public Safety Department officers shot and killed a man after he shot them April 7, 2022. His brother Mario, 44, was killed on March 13, 2018, also in LaSalle. By: Maura Johnson. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information and details on how to adjust your email settings. Police had tried twice earlier in the week to contact Saffell because he had two felony warrants and an unserved personal protection order, McGinnis said. Reginald Gee's body camera shows Gee approaching a vehicle in the driveway and a man armed with a handgun exiting the vehicle from the front passenger side. We encountered an issue signing you up. The last time this happened was before my tenure," said Chief Dan McGinnis, the Director of Public Safety for Benton Harbor. McGinnis also said officers were aware of Saffell's previous criminal history, including drugs, assaulting police and weapons possession. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - One man is dead, and six others were hurt in a shooting early Monday morning in Benton Harbor. Despite the challenges facing the department-- and the city-- he believes they will be able to keep the community safe this summer. All rights reserved. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, Excellence in Education Award Nominations. Gee has been a Benton Harbor officer for six years. Spent cartridge casings were found at the scene. By the time officers arrived, they found one man wounded. He underwent surgery and is now in stable condition. According to a decision delivered by the Rgie des alcools, des courses et des jeux in 2009, the company was at the time part-owned by Jamie Laramee, a member of the West End Gang who was murdered in LaSalle in 2013. All rights reserved. Were putting everything out there today.. Police recovered multiple shell casings of various calibers. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Because he has an extensive criminal record, Benton Harbor officers sent a team to assist. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Copyright 2022 WNDU. Gee made contact with Saffell for an outstanding warrant. The Benton Charter Township Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one person injured Wednesday afternoon. A Call for Answers: Police still looking for witnesses in shooting of Brandon and Shae, Trafficking Tragedy: How pandemic travel restrictions may have exacerbated fentanyl crisis. The victim was identified as Marlon Tyree Bowman, 19. He has since been released from the hospital. / CW50 Detroit. Officers from Benton Harbor Department . The incident happened around 11:20 p.m. on Highland. The victim was a 22-year-old Benton Harbor man. A large number of people were at the scene when police arrived. Contract Concerns: Did St. Joseph County overpay for County-City Building security? State police investigate officer-involved shooting in Benton Harbor. 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. Reginald Gee and officer Blake Kinzler. Police asked anyone with information to contact detective Sgt. Michigan State Police trooper injured when semi hits patrol car on I-94. If you are a Home delivery print subscriber, unlimited online access is. Domenic Macris death occurred around 9:10 p.m. at a residence on Marie-Rollet St. near Guy-Bouchard Blvd. Holy Cross College invites community to viewing of new documentary Former Notre Dame Quarterback Jack Coan talks playing in the Local author writes young adult novel inspired by South Bend Quick round of rain, very mild on Wednesday. BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - Michigan State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Benton Harbor. Sgt. Stay with us as we continue to follow this breaking news story. Bowman graduated from Benton Harbor High School in the Top 10 of his class in 2021, Benton Harbor Area Schools Superintendent Andrae Townsel confirmed Tuesday with our reporting partners at The Herald-Palladium. 16 News Now Staff 9/12/2022 BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (WNDU) - The Benton Harbor Department of Public Safety is investigating after a man was killed in a shooting early Sunday morning. 46-year-old Domenic Macri, who has been linked to the Mafia and the West End Gang in Montreal, was shot to death in the garage of a home in LaSalle Feb. 9, 2022. BENTON HARBOR, MI - One man was killed and seven others injured in a shooting Monday, May 30, outside of a bar and liquor store. Gee was struck in the left leg. "Weve adopted that mantra. He appeared to have suffered multiple gunshot wounds to the chest. Stay with 16 News Now on-air and online as we continue to follow this developing story. We improvise, adapt and overcome," said McGinnis. He was taken to hospital and his death was announced early Thursday by Montreal police. 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