Early Morning Shooting on Butterfly Road Leaves Victim With Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

A woman was arrested in connection to a shooting in Oshtemo Township early Saturday morning, according to the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office.

Just before 5 a.m., deputies from the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) responded to an apartment on Butterfly Road in Oshtemo Township for a report of a shooting.

When deputies arrived, they found a 31-year-old man who suffered a gunshot wound to the leg. A 41-year-old woman was taken into custody without incident, KCSO said in a release.

The victim was transported to a hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

Details of the Incident

The shooting occurred around 4:55 A.M. near the intersection of Butterfly Road and Green Meadow Road in Oshtemo Township.

When deputies arrived on the scene, they found the 31-year-old victim with a gunshot wound to the leg. The woman, 41 years old, was detained by law enforcement.

Victim Transported to Hospital

Officials confirmed that the victim was taken to a local hospital. His injuries have been described as non-life threatening, though he will require medical treatment and monitoring.

Suspect Taken Into Custody

The 41-year-old woman was detained at the scene. She was taken into custody by KCSO deputies without incident.

Police Ask for Information

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call KCSO at (269) 383-8748 or contact the Sheriff's Office Silent Observer line.

Investigation Underway

The Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating the incident. Authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the relationship between the victim and the suspect.

Community Impact

The shooting occurred in a residential area of Oshtemo Township, raising concerns among neighbors about safety in the apartment complex.

What Comes Next

The investigation is ongoing. KCSO is working to gather evidence and question witnesses to build a complete picture of what happened that early morning.

The 41-year-old woman faces potential criminal charges depending on the outcome of the investigation.

Local Context

This incident comes at a time when Oshtemo Township has been dealing with various public safety concerns, including the candy theft scheme at local strip malls and other criminal activity in the area.