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10/16/2026

JOINT NEWS RELEASE

Kalamazoo Public Schools & The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department

On Friday, October 16, 2026, the School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Kalamazoo Central High School was notified by school staff that a 16-year-old student was reportedly in possession of a fi***rm.

Officers from the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department, including the school's SRO, worked alongside Kalamazoo Central's administration and campus safety personnel to locate and approach the student. A subsequent search of the student's belongings revealed a loaded handgun concealed inside his backpack.

The student was taken into custody and subsequently lodged at the Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home. The circumstances surrounding how the juvenile obtained the fi***rm and brought it onto school property remain under investigation.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department would like to recognize and thank the staff of Kalamazoo Central High School and the Kalamazoo Public Schools Campus Safety team for their vigilance, swift response, and continued partnership.The strong working relationship among school personnel, campus safety staff, and law enforcement helped swiftly address this situation.

This incident serves as an important reminder of the critical role our community plays in maintaining safe schools. We encourage students, parents, teachers, and school staff to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activity, concerning behavior, or information that could pose a threat to school safety.

If you see something, say something. As demonstrated by this incident, sharing information and taking concerns seriously can make a significant difference in protecting our students, school staff, and community.

10/12/2026

The TKPD Administrative Office is closed today, Monday, October 12, 2026, in observance of the federal holiday.

We will reopen Tuesday, October 13, with our normal business hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

10/11/2026

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department is investigating a serious traffic crash involving a bicycle and a motor vehicle on West Main Street near the intersection of Turwill Avenue.

On Saturday, October 10, 2026, at approximately 11:30 p.m., officers from the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department responded to reports of a serious collision involving a bicycle and a vehicle.

The bicyclist, a 37-year-old Kalamazoo resident, was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department was assisted at the scene by the Township of Kalamazoo Fire Department, Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety, Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office, and Life EMS.

The incident remains under active investigation. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has surveillance or camera footage of the area around the time of the incident is asked to contact the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department at 269-567-7523 or Silent Observer at 269-343-2100.

09/24/2026

On Thursday, September 24, 2026, at approximately 10:30 a.m., the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department responded to a local hospital regarding a report of a juvenile victim who had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

Upon further investigation, officers determined the incident occurred in the 2400 block of Texel Drive. The juvenile received medical treatment for the injury.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department was assisted at the scene by the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety.

This incident remains under active investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department or Kalamazoo County Consolidated Dispatch at (269) 488-8911, or Silent Observer at (269) 343-2100.

09/04/2026

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic crash that occurred on Gull Road near the intersection of Elkerton Avenue.

On Thursday, September 3, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., officers from the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department responded to reports of a severe collision involving a motorcycle and another vehicle.

Upon arrival, first responders located the driver of the motorcycle, a 32-year-old Kalamazoo man, who was pronounced deceased at the scene. Preliminary investigation indicates that the motorcycle collided with a vehicle that was turning left onto Elkerton Avenue.

The identity of the deceased is being withheld at this time pending notification of next of kin. The driver of the other vehicle involved remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department was assisted at the scene by the Township of Kalamazoo Fire Department, Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety, Kalamazoo County Sheriff’s Office, and Life EMS.

This incident remains under active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department or Kalamazoo County Consolidated Dispatch at (269) 488-8911, or Silent Observer at (269) 343-2100.

08/31/2026

📚👮𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥! ✨

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department is excited to welcome students back for another great school year with our dedicated 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬!

𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐤 is returning for another year at Kalamazoo Central, 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐬 is back to serving Parchment Schools, and we’re excited to welcome 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐡𝐥 as the new SRO at Parchment Middle School!

Our officers were out this morning welcoming students with smiles, encouragement, and plenty of school spirit! We’re proud to be part of these school communities and look forward to a safe, successful, and fun year ahead.

07/30/2026

Five years ago, 16-year-old Suniya was walking with friends along Gull Road when her life was taken far too soon. She would have been 21 years old, finishing college, furthering her accomplishments, and living out her dreams.

Suniya is remembered as someone who cared deeply about others. She was known for her kindness, her compassion, and her willingness to stand up for people who needed a voice. Those who knew her continue to honor her memory through the impact she made during her meaningful life.

While five years have passed, the pain of losing Suniya has not faded for her family, friends, and everyone whose lives she touched.
We continue to ask for the public's help. If you have any information about Suniya's death—even something you may think is insignificant—please contact investigators at 269-381-0391. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Silent Observer at 269-343-2100, online at KalamazooSilentObserver.com, or through the P3 Tips app.

07/23/2026

On July 22, 2026, officers with the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department responded to a disturbance in the 500 block of Glendale Boulevard in the City of Parchment.

The preliminary investigation indicates that an argument occurred between a female resident and an adult male following an interaction related to driving behavior. During the incident, the male's dog entered the resident's property, leading to a further exchange.

The individuals involved provided differing accounts regarding whether a fi***rm was displayed during the incident. Investigators reviewed the evidence currently available; however, the information obtained did not independently corroborate either account. As a result, no arrests were made.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department is aware that this incident has generated significant discussion on social media. The investigation remains ongoing, and investigators continue to review available information and evidence.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has additional information that may assist investigators is asked to contact the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department or Kalamazoo County Consolidated Dispatch at (269) 488-8911. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous may provide information through Silent Observer at (269) 343-2100.

07/14/2026

On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Township of Kalamazoo Fire Department responded to a report of two portable restrooms on fire at the Westwood Little League complex, located at 3435 Grand Prairie Road.

Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire and prevented further damage to nearby property. During their initial investigation, firefighters determined the fire was suspicious in nature and requested assistance from the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department.

Through witness interviews and the subsequent investigation, officers identified a juvenile suspect believed to be responsible for intentionally setting the fire. The juvenile was located a short time later, taken into custody without incident, and lodged at the Kalamazoo County Juvenile Home. Arson-related charges have been submitted to the Kalamazoo County Prosecutor's Office for review.

The fire destroyed two portable restrooms and a trash receptacle. Heat from the fire also damaged an electronic scoreboard located above the fire.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department and Township of Kalamazoo Fire Department extend their sincere condolences to the Westwood Little League organization, its volunteers, players, families, and the many baseball and softball enthusiasts from throughout the region who have enjoyed these facilities for generations. Community parks and athletic facilities are gathering places that bring people together, and it is unfortunate when acts of vandalism or arson impact the experiences of the young athletes and families who rely on them. We remain committed to working alongside Westwood Little League as they recover from this incident.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department and Fire Department would also like to thank the Westwood Little League staff and community members who provided timely information that assisted investigators. Their cooperation was instrumental in the swift identification and apprehension of the suspect.

07/01/2026

𝐅𝐀𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐒𝐇 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 (original post April 15, 2026)

Officers from the Township of Kalamazoo Police Department identified the at fault driver involved in the fatal crash as CAROL KOSCH, a 55-year-old resident of Kalamazoo. The case was forwarded to the Kalamazoo County Prosecutor’s Office for review and the following charge was authorized:

• Fail to Stop at Scene of Accident – When at Fault – Resulting in Death: A felony offense for which the offender may receive 15 years in prison.

On June 30, 2026, KOSCH turned herself in to 8th District Court and was arraigned in front of the Honorable Judge Richard Santoni who set a $500 personal recognizance bond for KOSCH.
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ORIGINAL NEWS RELEASE: 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐢𝐭-𝐚𝐧𝐝-𝐑𝐮𝐧 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐨𝐨 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department (TKPD) is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on April 14, 2026, at approximately 6:22 p.m. near 3700 Gull Road.

A black Jeep Grand Cherokee turned in front of an eastbound motorcycle operated by Azariah Smith, causing a collision. The Jeep fled the scene prior to the arrival of police and EMS and was later located at the driver’s residence.

Smith was transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

The Township of Kalamazoo Police Department was assisted on scene by the Township of Kalamazoo Fire Department, Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety, and Life EMS.
This incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Township Police Department or Kalamazoo County Consolidated Dispatch at (269) 488-8911, or Silent Observer at (269) 343-2100

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