Two Men Arrested in Connection to Battle Creek New Year's Day Shooting, Police Say

The Battle Creek Police Department announced a significant breakthrough in a violent New Year's Day incident.

Two men have been arrested in connection to a Battle Creek New Year's Day shooting, a move that brings some resolution to a case that started the year with violence.

The arrests followed the execution of a search warrant at a residence on Columbia Avenue this past Wednesday.

Authorities confirmed that a 21-year-old man and a 32-year-old man were taken into custody for their alleged roles in the shooting, which occurred in the early morning hours of January 1 on East Kingman Avenue near Inn Road.

During the search of the home, investigators made a disturbing discovery in one of the men's rooms.

Hundreds of rounds of live ammunition and a stolen firearm were found and seized by police.

The presence of a child in the home added a heart-wrenching dimension to the operation.

The child was removed from the residence by Child Protective Services, ensuring their safety.

The charges filed against the two suspects are severe, reflecting the gravity of the holiday violence.

The 21-year-old faces charges of assault with intent to murder, carrying a concealed weapon, felon in possession of a firearm, and felon in possession of ammunition.

His alleged accomplice, the 32-year-old, was charged with assault with intent to murder and felon in possession of ammunition.

Both men were lodged at the Calhoun County Jail following their arrests.

Details about what led to the shooting or whether anyone was injured have not yet been released by officials.

The Battle Creek Police Department has stated that this remains an active and ongoing investigation.

This incident underscores the ongoing issue of gun violence in the community.

Local law enforcement, including the department's Gang Suppression Unit and Emergency Response Team, were involved in the carefully coordinated raid on Columbia Avenue.

The arrests represent a critical step forward in the case.

Authorities continue to ask that anyone with information regarding the East Kingman Avenue shooting come forward as they piece together the events of that morning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the charges for the two men arrested in the Battle Creek New Year's Day shooting?

The 21-year-old was charged with assault with intent to murder, carrying a concealed weapon, and being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. The 32-year-old was charged with assault with intent to murder and being a felon in possession of ammunition.

Where did the arrests take place?

The two suspects were arrested at a home on Columbia Avenue in Battle Creek following a police search.