Crime
22-year-old Marquaveus Baston killed after shooting at Birch Park Apartments in Saginaw
Saginaw, MI – A 22-year-old man was fatally shot late Thursday night at the Birch Park Apartments complex, according to the Saginaw Police Department.
The shooting occurred around 9:30 p.m. on March 21, 2025, in the 3000 block of Birch Park Drive.
Multiple 911 callers reported hearing gunfire and witnessing a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Marquaveus Baston, 22, of Saginaw, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds inside a vehicle.
Emergency responders transported him to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The Saginaw Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation, but authorities have not yet identified a suspect or a possible motive.
As of Friday morning, no arrests had been made.
Law enforcement officials urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-422-JAIL.
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.