Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Justice recalled seeing his friend talk to someone on Snapchat who asked him to steal a vehicle in exchange for money. Kai Rowan Turner, 2, of Battle Creek, was shot around 2:20 a.m. Sept. 20, in. The younger teen then reached up and removed the keys from the ignition of Snyder's vehicle. An undated courtesy photo of Brian . Someone has died, and we need to make every effort to assure that justice is served appropriately, he said. "It was a miserable night that night cold, windy, snow, rain.". Justice James Chimner was arraigned in Calhoun County District Court Friday afternoon on adult charges of felony murder, carjacking and two counts of felony firearm in connection with the shooting death of 17-year-old Jack Snyder, a senior. If convicted, he could potentially be sentenced as a juvenile, could have a blended sentence as a juvenile and an adult or he could be sentenced as an adult, according to Calhoun County Circuit Court Administrator Kristen Getting. Officers said a vehicle passed the front of the bar as it was closing and five or six shots were fired from the vehicle. Case said it appears that man was not the intended target of that shooting and "we are trying to determine if there is a connection" with the homicide. Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, To The Point: Reps. Johnsen, Skaggs on gun bills, MSP: Suspects stole catalytic converter from ambulance, Police: Man dies in fight at Wyoming hotel parking, Mexican AG sacked in wake of bloody prison break, Kent Co. Community Action walks to keep homes heated, Bill Steffen T-shirts launched by The Mitten State. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. The 13-year-old, accompanied by a parent, arrived at the Battle Creek Police Department at about 5 p.m. the same day to turn himself in, police said. Additional details werent immediately known. The Oscars will air on ABC and can be streamed on ABC.com and the ABC app as well as Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, AT&T TV or FuboTV. Police did not release the name of the suspect but described him as white male in his 40s from Battle Creek. She was attending a party, Case said, and was outside the home with several other people when the single shot was fired. Michigan State Police has been notified, which is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings. When officers arrived, Snyder had already died. Jack Snyder, 17, was a member of the National Honor Society. Battle Creek police were called to the 500 block of Capital Avenue Northeast where the victim, a man, 43, said the other man fired several shots at him from a .40 caliber handgun. 1:37. Case said it appears she was shot from a car at the intersection of Hanover Street and Walter Avenue and that Hollins was "not likely" the target of the shooting. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. DC TEEN TRIES TO CARJACK GRANDMA BUT GETS BRUTAL REALITY CHECK: YOU GOING TO JAIL, Jack Snyder, 17, was shot to death in Battle Creek, Michigan, on Feb. 17after offering a ride to the two young suspects as he was driving home from his girlfriend's house. BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (WOOD) Authorities are investigating a shooting involving a police officer and a suspect in Battle Creek Wednesday. Police are asking anyone living in that general area to review any home security camera footage they might have from between the hours of 11:30 p.m. Thursday, February 16, and 1 a.m. Friday, February 17. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. The officer was not physically hurt and has been placed on paid administrative leave, which is typical during this type of investigation. A 24-year-old Battle Creek woman was shot and killed Sunday in an early morning shooting. Jack Snyder's obituary states that the 17-year-old "had a zest for life and made the world a better place with his care and love for everyone." (Fox News). A Calhoun County Sheriffs deputy rammed into the suspect vehicle near Horton Street and Willow, which ended the pursuit. Calhoun County Consolidated Dispatch received the 911 call around 12:10 a.m. about gunshots in that area as well as the shooting victim, whom police identified as 17-year-old Jack Snyder. It freaked us out. This was an incredibly dangerous scenario. Authorities say they are continuing to investigate the incident. During the fight, a security guard shot and killed 29-year-old Xavier West, they said. Detroit police say carjacking rise includes suspect trio as young as 11. Michigan authorities have arrested and charged two teenage boys, ages 13 and 14, in connection with the carjacking and murder of Battle Creek Central High School honors student Jack Snyder. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! Snyder's obituary states that the 17-year-old "had a zest for life and made the world a better place with his care and love for everyone." Officials said the suspect was armed. Jeff Case said during a Tuesday press conference. Police said they searched for the gun, which they believed was thrown from the truck, after the shooting and later Thursday, but it was not found. Shortly after, they began walking along the road. The incident happened just before 4 p.m. on South Avenue . He was trying to help out but wasnt just going to give over the car.". "It's tragic that Jack had to lose his life and the lives of two other young boys are ruined.". Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, To The Point: Reps. 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The 9 mm used in the shooting is registered to him, he has a concealed pistol license and the club owners had given him permission to carry on the job, the chief said. Witnesses said both suspects ran from the vehicle after the gunshots, heading in the direction of Capital SW and East Goguac Street. The 13-year-old was arraigned on charges of felony murder and carjacking in Calhoun County Circuit Court's Family Division. He said investigators dont know exactly who was attacking the guard or to what extent West may have been involved. He was a member of the National Honor Society, American Red Cross and Link Crew. and last updated 12:32 PM, Jul 28, 2021. Were going to take a look at this as closely as we can.. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Contact reporter Greyson Steele at gsteele@battlecreekenquirer.com, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. A 14-year-old Battle Creek boy and a 13-year-old boy were arrested Sunday in connection to the killing of a Battle Creek Central student. TEXAS CARJACKING SUSPECT PULLED GUN ON MOTHER IN FRONT OF HER CHILDREN, LED POLICE ON CHASE: AUTHORITIES. Over the weekend, a 14-year-old Battle Creek boy was arrested in connection to the killing and a 13-year-old turned himself in. For the health and safety of everyone, our offices are temporarily closed to the public. "The victim was trying to be a good Samaritan by giving them a ride with the cold temperatures," Battle Creek Sgt. BATTLE CREEK, Mich. The 14-year-old involved in the death of 17-year-old Jack Snyder is charged with carjacking, felony open murder, and two counts of felony firearm charges. Authorities say the incident happened just after midnight on Friday, February 17 in the area of Battle Creek Avenue and Capital Avenue Southwest. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. The driver exited off of I-94 at Beadle Lake Road, shooting at officers as he drove. All rights reserved. Authorities arrested both teenage suspects on Feb. 19. ASSAULT: A man, 23, was arrested after Battle Creek police said he was fightingwith another man, 45, in the first block of South 23rd Street at 1:02 p.m. Tuesday when he fired a gun. Deputies found Jack Snyder, 17, in the road, next. In a subsequent interview with Battle Creek Police Detective Brandin Huggett, Chimner explained he had been hanging out with a friend on Feb. 16 when he witnessed a conversation on Snapchat of someone asking them to steal a vehicle in exchange for money, according to the probable cause documents. The night before Thanksgiving is the busiest bar night of the year, and Blocker said the Cricket Club was packed with hundreds of people. I was so happy we had the doors locked.. BATTLE CREEK Battle Creek police arrested a 14-year-old boy and a 13-year-old boy subsequently turned himself in Sunday in connection with the Friday shooting death of a Battle. The driver then took off running toward a neighborhood near Post-Franklin School, police said. Police found Chimner about 2 a.m. Feb. 19 in a parked car in the area of Jackson Street and Bedford Road. West was Black. Im grateful for the deputy that rammed the vehicle because he understood the danger, Blocker said. Battle Creek officials said they expect to provide more information on Thursday. According to documents, Snyder pulled over and was trying to be a nice guy and offer them a ride home. The victims name has not been released. This was a chaotic scenario. 2023 www.battlecreekenquirer.com. He is in the Calhoun County Jail. 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SHOOTING: A 23-year-old Battle Creek man was arrested on a charge of assault with intent to murder and malicious destruction of property after a shooting at 4:02 a.m. Thursday. BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (WOOD) Battle Creek police are pleading for help from witnesses before determining whether to seek charges against a security guard who shot and killed an unarmed patron at a downtown bar last week. Witnesses said one suspect wore a black and red jacket and had long, messy hair, while the other wore a black jacket with white patches and a ski mask-style hat, a press release states. Blocker said anyone who was at the Cricket Club the night the shooting happened or who has video can call BCPD at 269.966.3322 or Silent Observer at 269.781.0911. BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (WOOD) A high-speed chase ended with the driver being shot and killed in Battle Creek, police say. READ MORE: 14-year-old and 13-year-old arrested, accused of killing Battle Creek Central student, Follow FOX 17: Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - YouTube. Im not so willing to just give up and say this was self-defense and walk away from this thing, and neither is my team, Battle Creek Police Department Chief Jim Blocker said at a press conference Wednesday. Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, To The Point: Reps. Johnsen, Skaggs on gun bills, MSP: Suspects stole catalytic converter from ambulance, Police: Man dies in fight at Wyoming hotel parking, Mexican AG sacked in wake of bloody prison break, Kent Co. Community Action walks to keep homes heated, Bill Steffen T-shirts launched by The Mitten State.