Crime
38-year-old Renaldo Brumfield killed in Kentwood shooting, suspect Gerald Harvey in custody
Harvey was in custody on 2nd Degree Murder charges.
HAMMOND (October 5, 2024) – The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) was called to investigate homicide on Friday, October 4.
Just before 9:30 p.m., TPSO was called to the 12000 block of Oak Hill Road in Kentwood for reports of a fight.
Upon arrival, deputies located 38-year-old Renaldo Brumfield shot multiple times. He did not survive.
Immediately, 41-year-old Gerald Harvey was identified as the suspect in the case.
By 11:30 p.m., Harvey was in custody on 2nd Degree Murder charges.
Anyone with information about this crime and/or those responsible can contact the Criminal Investigations Office at 985-902-2008.
If you’d prefer to share information anonymously, you can do so through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa’s tip line at 1-800-554-5245 or visit www.tangicrimestoppers.com and click on the P3 Tips icon or Submit A Tip!
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.