Monday, November 24, 2014

On 11/23/14 at approx. 2pm Flint Police were dispatched to the area of Milbourne and Stevenson for a large fight. Upon arrival of the 1st Officer on scene, he observed a male shooting multiple shots while leaning out of a window of a vehicle Fortunately, no one was struck by these bullets. The Officer took the subject who he observed shooting into custody and the driver of the vehicle was also arrested. A stolen handgun was also seized. Charges are pending review by the Genesee County Prosecutor's Office. Great job Officer!
On 11/19/14 at approx. 9pm a man reported that he was walking in the area of Stevenson and 5th Ave when a subject approached him and demanded money. The subject was armed with a handgun and assaulted the victim. Flint Police arrived on scene and tracked the subject to a house nearby. Upon gaining entry into the house, the subject was found hiding inside and was arrested. Several other subjects in the house were found to have warrants and were also arrested. Deondre Stewart (25) has since been charged and arraigned for this incident for Assault with Intent to Rob while Armed, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Assaulting/Resisting/Obstructing a Police Officer and Felony Firearm. Great job to all Officers involved!


The 2 subjects that were arrested last week following the Robbery at the Family Dollar in the 2700 blk. Fenton Rd have now been charged and arraigned. Darnell Skinner (17) and Eshiaya Arkwright (17) have both been charged with Armed Robbery, Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Felony Firearm. See our posts from Friday for more information about the Robbery and additional charges for Darnell Skinner.


Friday, November 21, 2014

On Wednesday, November 19, 2014, at approximately 4:25 p.m., a dark blue Impala was stopped at a train crossing at the corner of Davison and Branch Rd. Multiple shots were fired into the vehicle striking the driver, who is recovering from his injuries. If you witnessed this incident or have any information please call (810)237-6801 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK UP
On 02/26/14 at approx. 7pm in the 100 blk. E. Eldridge, a man was shot during a robbery. The investigation resulted in a suspect being identified and charges being issued for that suspect. The suspect, Darnell Skinner (17), was recently arrested and has been arraigned for Armed Robbery, Assault with Intent to Murder, Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Felony Firearm.


On 11/19/14 at approx. 9pm, the Family Dollar in the 2700 blk. Fenton Rd was robbed by 2 masked men with hand guns. Within minutes of the Robbery, Flint Police Officers were able to locate the suspects. A handgun and cash were seized. Both suspects were arrested and lodged in the City lockup. One of these suspects was wanted on a 4 count Felony Warrant. Charges are pending review by the Genesee County Prosecutor's Office.

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Flint Police Detectives Scott Watson and Keith Urquhart have been investigating a string of Robberies and Home Invasions over the last 3 months. Suspects were developed and leads were followed which has resulted in multiple Felony charges being issued for four subjects. 

Demarcus Johnson (18) has been arrested, charged and arraigned for 9 counts of Home Invasion 2nd Degree, 2 counts of Larceny in a Building and Assaulting/Resisting/Obstructing a Police Officer. Devonte Broom (18) has been arrested, charged and arraigned on Home Invasion 2nd Degree. Emmanuel Burks (18) has been charged and is currently WANTED for Home Invasion 2nd Degree and has previously been arrested, charged and arraigned for 2 counts of Larceny in a Building. Shaqur Brewer (17) has been charged and is currently WANTED for Receiving and Concealing Stolen Property over $1,000.

If you have any information regarding this ongoing investigation or the whereabouts of Burks or Brewer please call (810) 237-6801 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK UP.

GREAT JOB Detectives Urquhart and Watson!



Friday, November 7, 2014

One of the two suspects in the Robbery of Sam's Market has been identified and is in custody. Charges are pending review by the Genesee County Prosecutor's Office.


UPDATE... One of the two suspects in the Robbery of University Market on 10/15/14 has been identified, arrested, charged and arraigned. Terrance Kimble (18) was arraigned yesterday for Armed Robbery. Anyone with information on the second suspect shown in the picture can call (810) 237-6801 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK UP.


Two subjects have been arrested, charged and arraigned for an incident that occurred on 10/13/14 in the 1000 blk. Ossington. Nicholas Ryder (25) was charged with Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Assault with a Dangerous Weapon. Sisco Sargent (21) was charged with Armed Robbery.


Joe Stitt (50) has been arrested, charged and arraigned for 2nd Degree Arson as a result of a structure fire on 06/29/14 in the 400 blk. 9th Ave. The house was vacant and undergoing renovations at the time of the fire. There were no injuries as a result of this incident.


On October 29, 2014, at 1:24 a.m., this suspect walked into the University Market on Chevrolet at Flushing Road and pointed a black revolver at the clerk. He demanded money and cigarettes. The male was wearing a gray hoody and a camo colored coat. He is described as possibly in his 30's approximately 6'0", 160 lbs., med dark completion wearing a gray hoody and a camo colored coat. Anyone with information is asked to call Trooper Rogers at 810-237-6909 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK UP.


Tuesday, November 4, 2014

On 11/01/14 at approx. 1:30am Flint Police responded the the area of Alpha Way and Western Rd. for a report of a fight with shots fired. Fortunately, no one was injured in this incident. Flint Police located a suspect in the area. A hand gun was seized from the suspect and he was arrested. That suspect, Robert Tompkins (26) has since been charged and arraigned for 2 counts of Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, and Reckless Use/Carrying of a Firearm.


Monday, November 3, 2014


On 10/16/14, Flint Police took a report from an elderly male who stated that he invited someone into his residence and later discovered that several items were taken from his house including cash, jewelry and a firearm. Charles Walt (25) has been arrested, charged and arraigned for this incident for Larceny in a Building, Larceny of a Firearm and Stealing/Retaining a Financial Transaction Device. The Flint Police Department would like to remind everyone to please be careful who you invite into your home.


UPDATE.... The subject that was arrested with a weapon in the area of Cheyenne and Mohowk that was posted on 10/31/14, has been charged and arraigned in that case. Cortez Skelton (23) was charged with Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Possession of a Short Barrelled Rifle, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Felony Firearm and Delivery/Manufacture of Cocaine.


Thanks to all the volunteers who came out for our Halloween Task Force.  For two days yellow flashing lights could be seen across Flint. Let's keep it going with the Blue Badge Citizens Radio Patrol, together we can do it. Please contact Lieutenant Mark Boudreau or Officer Tanya Meeks at 810-237-6800.


Flint Neighborhoods United has started a GoFundMe page to raise funds to purchase a ballistic vest for our K-9 Edo. Any money left over will be used by the department to purchase food and pay for veterinarian bills. The Flint Police Department is overwhelmed by both the rapid pace at which this project has gained support from the community and the sheer amount of people who have pledged that support. To all of our dedicated community members out there, we say Thank You. This kind of outpouring is an encouraging reminder of how involved and compassionate people in our area can be.

http://www.gofundme.com/edosvest