Crime
Dhymere Bailey Arrested in Connection to Rochester Homicide, Faces Murder and Weapons Charges
Rochester, N.Y. – A 19-year-old suspect has been taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on the city’s west side earlier this week.
According to the Rochester Police Department, Dhymere Bailey, 19, was arrested on Friday morning for allegedly shooting and killing 39-year-old Sandra Blanding near a vacant lot on Spencer Street.
The homicide took place on Wednesday, prompting an intensive investigation by law enforcement.
Authorities report that Bailey attempted to flee when officers moved to apprehend him.
Upon his arrest, he was found in possession of a loaded handgun, which police believe was used in the fatal shooting.
Investigators are still working to determine a motive for the killing and currently do not believe Bailey and Blanding knew each other prior to the incident.
Bailey has been charged with second-degree murder and criminal possession of a weapon.
He is scheduled to be arraigned in Rochester City Court on Saturday morning.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police urge anyone with information related to the case to contact the Rochester Police Department or Crime Stoppers.
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.