FLINT, Mich – In a devastating turn of events, the Flint Major Case Unit is currently investigating a homicide that occurred on January 22, 2024. Genesee Township and Flint Police Department officers responded to a shooting report around 3:30 AM in the area of N Center Rd & Coldwater Rd, where they discovered a car crashed off the road.
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Inside the vehicle, the lifeless body of a 36-year-old female victim was found. Preliminary investigations suggest that the victim and a 31-year-old man, who was driving the car, had a heated argument at their shared residence in the 2200 block of Winona St in Flint. The dispute escalated, leading to the fatal shooting.
Following the tragic incident, the man placed the woman’s body inside the car and drove away from the home. Police were alerted and promptly apprehended the suspect, who is now in custody at the Genesee County Jail. Once the investigation is complete, the report will be scrutinized by the Genesee County Prosecutor’s Office.
The incident is still under active investigation, and the authorities urge anyone with information to contact Flint MCU at 810-237-6919. Additionally, if individuals or someone they know is experiencing domestic violence, they are encouraged to seek help from the SafeHouse Shelter at 810-238-7233. Those outside Genesee County can contact the Domestic Violence National Helpline text START to 88788.
As the community grapples with this tragic loss, local authorities emphasize the importance of reporting any relevant information to aid in the ongoing investigation. Domestic violence resources are also available for those in need of support during these challenging times.
