UPDATE: A man was arrested during a traffic stop near the West U.S. 10 and Waldo Road overpass on December 23, 2023. Authorities confirm the driver, who was pulled over for a routine check, was found to have an outstanding warrant, leading to his immediate arrest.
This incident, occurring at 8:17 p.m., is one of several concerning reports from the Midland County Sheriff’s Office and Midland Police Department that highlight ongoing safety issues in the area. The driver was also cited for driving with a suspended license, operating a vehicle without insurance, and a drug-related offense. Recovered property was also noted during the stop, underscoring the police’s diligence in addressing local crime.
Earlier that day, at 7:54 p.m., deputies responded to a report of a dog bite involving a 5-year-old child in Larkin Township, issuing an isolation notice to the dog’s owner. A series of other incidents, including a home invasion and aggravated assault in Lee Township at 1:49 p.m., have raised alarm within the community.
In another alarming situation, a 24-year-old Bay City man was arrested for operating while intoxicated following a crash in Jerome Township at 1:36 a.m. on December 26, 2023. He has been lodged in the Midland County Jail as authorities prepare to forward the case to the prosecutor.
Throughout the day, police were engaged in various incidents, including a domestic violence complaint in Homer Township and a report of shots fired in Lincoln Township, which was handled by the Michigan State Police. At 3:53 p.m., deputies also intervened in a verbal dispute between two men at a residence in Mount Haley Township.
The Midland community is urged to remain vigilant as authorities continue to address these incidents. As investigations proceed, residents are advised to report any suspicious activities to local law enforcement.
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