Crime
31-year-old Deon Haynes killed after shooting in Buena Vista Township
BUENA VISTA TOWNSHIP, Mich. — The Buena Vista Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the early morning hours of Saturday, April 26, 2025.
At approximately 4:14 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 2900 block of Arlington Road following reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, they located a male victim, identified as 31-year-old Deon Haynes, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
Mr. Haynes was transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment; however, despite medical efforts, he later succumbed to his injuries.
Preliminary findings from the investigation suggest that Mr. Haynes was the intended target in what appears to have been an isolated incident.
The Buena Vista Police Department is working closely with the Michigan State Police Crime Lab to process evidence and further the investigation.
At this time, no suspect information has been released.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have information related to this case to contact Detective Russ Pahssen at 989-753-7793. Callers may remain anonymous.
Crime
Woman Fatally Struck by Semi-Truck on Birmingham Interstate Exit Ramp Identified as Shontea Baker
Authorities have identified the woman who was killed earlier this week after being struck by a semi-truck on an interstate exit ramp in Birmingham.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed on Friday that the victim was Shontea Renee Baker, 40, a Birmingham resident.
The fatal incident occurred at approximately 10:26 a.m. Wednesday on the Arkadelphia Road exit ramp from Interstate 59/20.
Emergency responders pronounced Baker deceased at the scene at 10:42 a.m.
At this time, no further details regarding the circumstances of the crash have been released.
The Birmingham Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident.