BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — The Battle Creek Police Department responded to reports of gunfire outside an apartment building in the first block of South Burdge Street on Saturday, Oct. 24. Officers recovered a firearm and 12 shell casings at the scene. No injuries were reported.

Shortly before 5 p.m., Calhoun County Dispatch received several calls reporting a man firing a gun outside the building.

Officers arrived and found a 41-year-old Battle Creek man on the floor outside his apartment while holding a firearm. The man had no apparent physical injuries but was experiencing a medical emergency and was transported to a local hospital. Officers also observed signs of intoxication.

During the investigation, officers recovered 12 shell casings outside the building’s front entrance. Officers canvassed the apartment complex and determined no one had been injured.

The case will be submitted to the Calhoun County Prosecutor’s Office for review of potential charges.

Assisting agencies included the Battle Creek Fire Department, LifeCare Ambulance, and Emmett Township Public Safety.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the BCPD Detective Bureau at 269-781-0911 or submit an anonymous tip through Silent Observer at 269-964-3888.

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