Crime
32-year-old Shondale Kellumn killed following parking lot shooting in Kalamazoo
The second victim, a 33-year-old resident of Kalamazoo, sustained injuries that are not life-threatening and has since received medical treatment.
On the evening of November 9, 2024, at around 10:25 p.m., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) responded to reports of gunfire in the 1300 block of Portage Street.
Upon arrival, they confirmed that a shooting had taken place in the parking lot of a nearby business.
Shortly afterward, two individuals arrived at a local hospital with gunshot wounds.
Tragically, one of the victims, identified as 32-year-old Shondale Devon Kellumn, a Kalamazoo resident, succumbed to his injuries.
Our deepest condolences go out to Mr. Kellumn’s family, friends, and loved ones during this heartbreaking time.
The second victim, a 33-year-old resident of Kalamazoo, sustained injuries that are not life-threatening and has since received medical treatment.
The KDPS is actively investigating several leads related to this incident. Initial findings suggest there is no immediate or ongoing threat to the general public.
However, authorities are urging anyone with information about this incident or any related criminal activity to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 269-337-8139. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Kalamazoo Silent Observer tip line at 269-343-2100, via the “P3Tips” app, or online at www.KalamazooSilentObserver.com.
Crime
18-year-old Kyler Naely charged for the murder in shooting death of 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams
An 18-year-old suspect has been arrested and charged in a deadly shooting that occurred in October, which claimed the life of a 16-year-old and injured another.
The incident began on October 6, 2024, shortly after 12:45 a.m., when officers were called to a shooting on I-244 near Yale Avenue.
Upon arrival, they discovered a gray SUV riddled with bullet holes and shattered windows. Investigators determined that seven people were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting.
Two occupants of the vehicle suffered gunshot wounds.
One victim, 16-year-old Ja’Tycie Williams, sustained critical injuries and succumbed to them several weeks later. The other victim suffered a minor gunshot wound to the arm and survived.
Preliminary investigations revealed the incident was linked to a fight at the Tulsa State Fair earlier that evening.
Witnesses reported that the altercation, which occurred as the group was leaving the fairgrounds, likely escalated into the highway shooting.
Following an in-depth investigation, Tulsa Police Homicide Detectives identified 18-year-old Kyler Naely as the suspect responsible for the shooting.
On November 19, 2024, Naely was arrested, charged with first-degree murder, and booked into the Tulsa County Jail.
Authorities emphasize that the case remains under investigation and are urging anyone with additional information to contact Tulsa Crime Stoppers at 918-596-COPS. Callers can remain anonymous.