Crime
20-year-old Nicholas Rutledge arrested in shooting death of 53-year-old Maurice Stewart in Phoenix
A 20-year-old man has been taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning near 24th and Van Buren streets in Phoenix.
Phoenix police officers responded to reports of gunfire in a business parking lot around 1:45 a.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered a man, later identified as 53-year-old Maurice Stewart, suffering from gunshot wounds.
Stewart was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead from his injuries.
During their investigation, authorities identified a suspect vehicle linked to the incident.
Officers located the vehicle in a nearby neighborhood and attempted to make contact with the suspect, 20-year-old Nicholas Rutledge.
Rutledge fled the scene on foot but was apprehended after a brief pursuit.
At this time, the events leading up to the shooting remain unclear, and the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Phoenix Police Department or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (480-948-6377).
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.