Crime
Two Injured in Shooting Outside Meridian Mall
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, MI – On Friday, May 30, 2025, at approximately 1:25 p.m., Meridian Township Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire in the parking lot of the Meridian Mall, near the entrance to Dick’s Sporting Goods.
Upon arrival, officers discovered that the parties involved had already fled the scene.
According to Meridian Township Police Chief Rick Grillo, multiple gunshots were fired, resulting in injuries to two individuals. Both were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The extent of their injuries remains unknown at this time. There is no indication that any gunfire occurred inside the mall itself.
A brief lockdown of the mall was lifted shortly after.
Law enforcement officials confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public, and the Meridian Mall has resumed normal operations.
However, a portion of the parking lot remains closed off as investigators process the active crime scene.
Chief Grillo noted that it is still unclear how many individuals were involved in the incident. Investigators from the Meridian Township Police Department are continuing to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.
Tips can be directed to the Meridian Township Police Department at (517) 853-4800. Additionally, Detective Sergeant Brian Canen can be reached via email at canen@meridian.mi.us. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through the Department’s social media platforms.
The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is investigating a series of shootings that occurred Wednesday night in Pahokee, culminating in a deputy-involved shooting.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division are conducting parallel and joint reviews of the incident.
According to authorities, the violence began on Wednesday, February 25, at approximately 10:12 p.m., when 44-year-old Charles McCloud Jr. allegedly initiated a series of shootings at multiple locations throughout Pahokee over a roughly 40-minute span.
First Shooting – 171 Booker Place (10:12 p.m.)
McCloud allegedly shot two adult males at a residence located at 171 Booker Place.
Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Second Shooting – 8700 Block of Doveland Drive
Shortly afterward, multiple gunshots were reported in the 8700 block of Doveland Drive.
Although several rounds were fired, authorities confirmed that no individuals were struck during this incident.
Third Shooting – 750 Belle Glade Road
The third shooting occurred at a convenience store located at 750 Belle Glade Road.
An adult male was shot during this incident and transported for medical treatment. Officials report the victim is expected to survive.
While responding to the reported gunfire on Doveland Drive and conducting a preliminary investigation, a PBSO deputy was securing the area with crime scene tape when McCloud allegedly drove a black GMC SUV directly at the deputy.
Authorities state that McCloud struck the deputy with the vehicle, pushing him approximately 40 feet. After exiting the SUV armed with a firearm, McCloud allegedly attempted to shoot the injured deputy.
In response, the deputy discharged his service weapon, striking McCloud. A second PBSO deputy also discharged his firearm during the encounter. McCloud was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The injured deputy sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
According to PBSO, Charles McCloud Jr. had an extensive criminal history, including prior charges for Riot, Resisting an Officer with Violence, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Narcotics Equipment/Possession, and Escape or Attempted Escape from a county facility.
In accordance with standard agency policy, the deputy involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
The FDLE, the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division continue to actively investigate all aspects of the shootings, including the deputy-involved use of force.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.