Crime
Saginaw Police Investigating Fatal Shooting of 27-year-old Eliza Vega from California
SAGINAW, Mich. — Authorities in Saginaw are actively investigating the homicide of a 27-year-old woman from California who was found dead early Saturday morning on the city’s west side.
According to the Saginaw Police Department, officers were dispatched to a residence in the 1400 block of Cypress Street around 4:14 a.m. on April 5, 2025, following a report of a female shooting victim.
Upon arrival, officers located the victim, identified as Eliza Vega, deceased inside the home.
The case is being investigated by detectives from the Saginaw Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit, with assistance from the Michigan State Police.
No arrests have been made as of this time, and investigators are working to determine the circumstances leading to Vega’s death.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-422-5245.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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.