Bradley Massman

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Reporter at MLive

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Judge bars Taser demonstration at Grand Rapids police officer’s murder trial

1 week ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Prosecutors and defense attorneys ironed out some legal issues days before jury selection begins in the murder trial against former Grand Rapids police officer Christopher Schurr. The defense will not be allowed to do a live Taser demonstration at trial, Kent County Circuit Judge Christina Mims ordered at a hearing Wednesday, April 16. The request was among a handful of motions the judge ruled on.
‘My first everything.’ Heartbroken mom remembers daughter killed by father

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Everything about Kambria Brewer’s life changed for the better when she welcomed her first child into the world. She described her 2-year-old daughter, Khalise Brewer, as precious, goofy, giggly and bossy. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Father sentenced for shooting 2-year-old daughter to death

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

Man sentenced for fatally shooting his 2-year-old daughterNeil BlakeGRAND RAPIDS, MI – A father was sentenced to decades behind bars for fatally shooting his young daughter more than three years ago. Seninta Parks was sentenced Thursday, March 13, to a minimum 33 years – maximum 60 years – in prison on a second-degree murder charge in his 2-year-old child’s death. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Grand Rapids Police Department gives filmmakers exclusive access for new docuseries

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A new docuseries will give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the Grand Rapids Police Department. All Access PD Grand Rapids is an eight-episode series coming to the Investigation Discovery network centered around a police force that’s faced widespread criticism and scrutiny. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
2 homes catch fire on Grand Rapids’ southwest side

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Investigators are looking at what caused a house fire that later extended to another home, damaging both structures. Grand Rapids firefighters responded just before 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, to a report of a house fire in the 600 block of Naylor Street SW. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Fentanyl, crack cocaine and other drugs seized in Kalamazoo County busts

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI – Multiple people were arrested after investigators found a slew of drugs while executing search warrants within a week. The Kalamazoo Valley Enforcement and Crime Reduction teams conducted searches March 5-7 regarding investigations into drug sales, illegal weapons, and outstanding arrest warrants. In total, five people are now facing charges related to the busts.
Man shot at vehicle from bedroom window, police say

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

KALAMAZOO COUNTY, MI – A 46-year-old man was arrested after an altercation led to him shooting at two people from his home, Kalamazoo County sheriff’s deputies said. The man was lodged at the Kalamazoo County Jail for felonious assault and a conditional bond violation, police say. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Man flees from police on dirt bike in Southwest Michigan

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, MI – Charges are pending against a man after he allegedly led police on a chase and was found with drugs and a firearm, St. Joseph County sheriff’s deputies said. The incident unfolded around 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, near West and East Main streets in the village of Centreville. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Bridge replacement in Ottawa County to force monthslong road closure

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – Construction crews will soon replace a deteriorating bridge in Ottawa County as part of a monthslong project. The work in Wright Township will cause some headaches for drivers with the impacted area set to close through most of the summer, according to the Ottawa County Road Commission. Hayes Street between 16th Avenue and Ironwood Drive is scheduled to close the week of March 17 for a bridge replacement project.
Wrong-way driver arrested for drunken driving after head-on collision in Detroit

1 month ago | mlive.com | Bradley Massman

DETROIT, MI – A driver was taken into custody for suspected drunken driving after causing a head-on crash along a highway, Michigan State Police said. The crash happened around 12:15 a.m. Sunday, March 9, on the southbound lanes of the Southfield Freeway in Detroit. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.