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More than 100 protest in front of State Police post in Flint Twp. over 17-year-old shot in Flint last weekend
More than 100 protest in front of State Police post in Flint Twp. over 17-year-old shot in Flint last weekend
More than 100 protest in front of State Police post in Flint Twp. over 17-year-old shot in Flint last weekend
BY JOHN SMITH
CCN Investigative Reporter
FLINT TWP. (CCN) — More than 100 people joined a Saturday protest staged by friends and relatives of a Flint teen shot last weekend by State Police.
Never more than 50 were on hand at one time outside the State Police post on Corunna Road in Flint Township although about 100 more stopped by to spend
BY JOHN SMITH
CCN Investigative Reporter
FLINT TWP. (CCN) — More than 100 people joined a Saturday protest staged by friends and relatives of a Flint teen shot last weekend by State Police.
Never more than 50 were on hand at one time outside the State Police post on Corunna Road in Flint Township although about 100 more stopped by to spend short spans with them in the protest.
The group yelled "Black Lives Matter" and "No Justice; No Peace" while shouts of "F*** the Police" punctuated the entire 2 1/2 hours.
Rayvon Shahid was shot when he fled State Police in Flint, according to a statement by State Police officials who said that Shahid was armed with a handgun and refused to drop the weapon. Family and friends have told The Daily Gazette that Shahid did not have a gun when confronted by State Police.
Friends of Shahid told The Daily Gazette that the 17-year-old victim was shot in the back. A few alleged that Shahid was shot in the back of the head.
A Freedom of Information Act request is being prepared to be filed next week by The Daily Gazette with State Police officials in Lansing.
State Police reported that Shahid was walking on Essex and Passadena after dark at about 6:30 pm last Saturday (Nov. 2, 2024) when refusing at least seven commands to drop his gun after he began running when confronted by two troopers. State Police said Shahid was shot with a pistol after an attempt to use a taser failed and revealed that a glock pistol with a loaded extended magazine was recovered at the scene.
Both troopers involved in the incident were placed on administrative leave while an investigation is done by the Michigan Attorney General's office.
Col. James F. Grady II, director of the State Police post on Corunna Road, released a statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, that said he is "committed to ensuring this investigation is thorough, swift, and impartial."
The State Police statement said as follows: “A loss of life during any police encounter is tragic. As always, all incidents that involve a department member discharging their firearm are immediately investigated."
Family members have not yet been allowed to view body cam video of the two State Police troopers or any video seized from nearby homes or businesses, according to an initial statement by Flint community activist Arthur Woodson before the event. He appeared to be involved in leading the protest on Saturday (Nov. 9, 2024).
"If they would not immediately let family members see any video, they have something to hide here," said one prominent local lawyer who asked not to be identified. Two other attorneys joined a heated debate on the Facebook Page of Mike Killbreath — host of The Morning Gazette Radio Show on Metro Flint News/Talk Radio where Woodson also made several posts.
Attorney Bruce Leach of Grand Blanc said: "Sorry, but this is so stupid, cops sound guilty of murder here. BUT — Now they wanna protest? How about use that energy to parent properly and keep these children away from guns like this."
Flint lawyer Rick Hetherington, who handles many case as a defense attorney, issued a post that read: "Play stupid games, win stupid prizes."
Community activist Woodson responded: "See it's people like you that makes it easy for them to do this s###. You don't know what the f$$$ happen, but your piece of s### a$$ has something to say. The mom wants to see the body cam. If it was someone you loved, you would be saying something totally different."
Hetherington, who spent 23 years at the Flint Police Department before he retired as a member of the command staff as a Sergeant prior to becoming an attorney, responded to Woodson's allegation by proclaiming: "No I wouldn’t, but then my family isn’t out playing thug games with guns, and not obeying the police."
Woodson later added when discovering that Hetherington was an attorney: "This piece of s$$$ is an attorney(?) I'm going to see if I can make this piece of s$$$ famous."
Hetherington responded: "There you go. Always play the race card and call names. Page 3 of the Democrats play book. Not getting killed by the police is easy, don’t break the law and don’t disobey orders. Chris Rock tried to tell you."
Jason Hestern said "amen" to Hetherington and posted: "This should not even be reported until the investigation is over…. It’s too inflammatory and people that think they know often times do not! 99.9 percent of cops are great civil servants! So immediately blaming the cops is such a disrespectful move."
Kevin Muma added: "Just like the 15-year-old who attempted to rob Jules Market. The store worker gave him the money but he wanted more, the store worker then shot him. The 15-year-olds' mother then claimed that they killed her good son. Good kids don't rob liquor stores. Thus, this story is a typical case of bad people claiming racism to justify crime."
Craig Smith then added: "I don’t see Woodson’s comments bc he’s a pussy and blocked me a couple of years ago….. he is the most racist uninformed dumbest guy I know! He criticizes others for their 'lack of facts' yet runs his mouth as to he is 'all knowing' ……. Then when you give him facts or question him….. you’re racist! Give me a break Woodson. I don’t think cops in today's world are out 'just looking to shoot a black kid' ….. I don’t think cops carry “plant guns”…… I don’t think cops would lie to protect other cops (with) body cam and other videos available! Let’s see where the investigation and facts lead before making stupid comments."
Apple Rose supported Woodson, telling him: "Pay him no mind, it's really sinful to speak on things you know not.. I don't know if he had a gun or not . However, what I do know is this child shouldn't be unalive. What (happened) to shooting in the leg or arm, Michigan is getting crazy. With this killing,.. house burning while (little) children are inside, (Fire Department) instead of family being able to see cam of shooting. They're causing more pain by not allowing it at this time. If the teen had a gun why not show it???? Why (hide) it???? Shameful."
Chad Watson also had a heated exchange with community activist Woodson after posting: "Well let's start with asking why a 17-year-old had a pistol in the first place. That's law number 1 (broken). Fleeing from the police, there's law number 2 (broken). What led up to the police being called in the first place(?) But like always let's play to my poor baby didn't do anything wrong card."
Democrat activist Bobbie Clayton Walton said: "Maybe he didn't do anything wrong. There is a need for more and accurate information here. Protesting is not criminal activity. In fact, it is a legally protected action. Nothing is gained by condemning before knowing. Once knowing, the reaction can be based on fact, not emotions."
Watson replied: "You're right. I'm sure the cops were just driving around and said f*** it. Let's shoot this one."
Woodson then gave an angry shot at many on the Facebook post by writing as follows: "Let's start with violating my rights with stopping me for no reason. Let's start with he was just walking to the store. You MF voted for Trump and it was evidence all over the place. You don't know s$$$ about what happen, but you racist MF have something to say. If you don't know all of what happen, shut the f$$$ up."
PHOTO CAPTION: Protesters gather outside the State Police post on Corunna Road in Flint Township to protest last weekend's shooting of a 17-year-old Flint child. —— Photo by John Smith
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4 break quorum at 2:15 am as Flint City Council can't select new President
Funeral services set for 17-year-old victim shot to death by State Police in Flint
Flint's police chief pledges safety plan for city council but lack of quorum violates city charter
Former 2nd District Genesee County Commissioner Raynetta Speed of Flint passes away at 73
Recall language filed again against Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley to remove him from office
Councilwoman Tonya Burns crashes press conference of two colleagues at Flint City Hall
Charges dismissed 2nd time in case of Flint man charged under new state law for safe gun storage
Long-time Burton businessman, city councilman Tom Martinbianco passes away at age 72
Chilling 911 call played at preliminary exam of Columbiaville murder case; Suspect bound over
Gun reported after Quincy Murphy's family members storm Flint City Council meeting
County Commissioner Delrico Lloyd issues official statement on 'incivility' at Flint City Hall
Flint police respond with photo of missing 14-year-old after reports on Metro Flint News/Talk Radio
Former popular local radio personality Wally Kennedy passes away at Philadelphia home
Crim Festival of Races issues Facebook post honoring Clio's 'Drubbler'
Local entertainer, talented musician, teacher Dave Kimber of Burton passes away
Long-time former operator at White Horse Tavern in Downtown Flint passes away
BD's Mongolian Grill shuts its doors after many years on Miller Road in Flint Twp
Ashley Capital announces GM parts supplier as potential first tenant for old Buick City site
Signs go up to signal Cotsco wholesale store appears poised to locate in Mundy Twp
Senor Lucky's abruptly closes in Davison after 30-year run as popular Mexican restaurant
Incumbents dominate local races except for Burton Commissioner and Mundy Twp Supervisor
Donald Trump returns to White House in landslide victory; Republicans win U.S. Senate
Federal court dismisses Republican lawsuit targeting Michigan's voter registry
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy declines to charge 5 pro-Palestinians arrested at Wayne State
New solar deal between General Motors and North Star Clean Energy brightens Lansing's green future
Michigan included in landmark EPA climate investment
Kentucky judge shot dead by local Sheriff after argument inside courthouse
Israeli strike on Beirut killed second key commander, Hezbollah says
Frankenmuth Goodrich Millington roll to state semifinals in prep football playoffs but Grand Blanc loses
More than 100 protest in front of State Police post in Flint Twp. over 17-year-old shot in Flint last weekend
Frankenmuth Goodrich Millington roll to state semifinals in prep football playoffs but Grand Blanc loses
Only three remain among 18 local qualifiers in the prep football state playoffs. Unbeatens Millington and Frankenmuth rolled on — Millington winning its second Regional championship in a row Saturday (Nov. 16, 2024) by beating Pewamo-Westphalia 28-0 in a Division 7 battle and Frankenmuth winning a Regional title at home on Friday night (N
Only three remain among 18 local qualifiers in the prep football state playoffs. Unbeatens Millington and Frankenmuth rolled on — Millington winning its second Regional championship in a row Saturday (Nov. 16, 2024) by beating Pewamo-Westphalia 28-0 in a Division 7 battle and Frankenmuth winning a Regional title at home on Friday night (Nov. 15, 2024) in Division 5 by beating Gladwin 35-0. Goodrich won 42-13 over Haslett to win its third straight Regional crown in Division 4. Grand Blanc's season came to an end in Division 1 at Rochester Adams where the Bobcats lost 21-14. Results from around the entire state can be found in today's My AM Advantage.
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Flint Powers Catholic grad Amaya Smith makes official college debut for CMU at Crisler Arena
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Next week's complete state playoff schedule of prep football games around Metro Flint regional area
Foutch Baseball 9u travel team wins state championship against 10u competition
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Victim shot to death by State Police in Flint posted guns on Facebook page to dispute allegations
Victim shot to death by State Police in Flint posted guns on Facebook page to dispute allegations
Victim shot to death by State Police in Flint posted guns on Facebook page to dispute allegations
Friends of Rayvon Shahid told The Daily Gazette that he didn't own a gun and a protest was staged Saturday (Nov. 9, 2024) outside the State Police post on Corunna Road in Flint Township. (See Related Story Below) A story in today's Metro Section disputes these stories about Shahid. An opinion column above by Executive Editor Mike Killbreath sorts out the situation.
Flint's Trey McKenney signs to play college basketball for Michigan Wolverines
Victim shot to death by State Police in Flint posted guns on Facebook page to dispute allegations
Victim shot to death by State Police in Flint posted guns on Facebook page to dispute allegations
ESPN reported Saturday (Nov. 9, 2024) that Flint's Trey McKenney has announced he will play next season for the Michigan Wolverines. He led Orchard Lake St. Mary to a state championship last March and is listed by ESPN as one of the top 25 prospects in the entire nation. (See Today's Sports Section)
Outgoing Mundy Twp board members pass out $5,000 pay raise for one top official
Victim shot to death by State Police in Flint posted guns on Facebook page to dispute allegations
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Mundy Township Manager Chad Young's contract was placed on the agenda for Monday's (Nov. 11, 2024) meeting of the Mundy Township Board of Trustees by outgoing Supervisor Tonya Ketzler. Board members voted out by voters last week joined Ketzler in giving him a $5,000 pay raise. Ketzler was dumped by voters after one term as Supervisor. (See Today's Metro Section)
Local trio Holmes, Spencer Lawson to fight Dec. 12 on pro boxing card at Flint Financial Center
Local trio Holmes, Spencer Lawson to fight Dec. 12 on pro boxing card at Flint Financial Center
Local trio Holmes, Spencer Lawson to fight Dec. 12 on pro boxing card at Flint Financial Center
Local pro boxing trio Ardreal Holmes, Joey Spencer and Leon Lawson II will fight on Dec. 12 at Flint's Dort Financial Center. (See Today's Sports Section)
Weigh-in slap may have been Mike Tyson's best shot on Jake Paul
Local trio Holmes, Spencer Lawson to fight Dec. 12 on pro boxing card at Flint Financial Center
Local trio Holmes, Spencer Lawson to fight Dec. 12 on pro boxing card at Flint Financial Center
CCN Executive Editor Mike Killbreath says the "slap" at the weigh-in may have been Mike Tyson's best shot on Jake Paul. His analysis of the fight is in Today's Sports Thoughts Column and you can read complete details about the fight in Today's My AM Advantage.
Mayor Sheldon Neeley calls Flint City Council special meeting; 4 no shows block any business
Local trio Holmes, Spencer Lawson to fight Dec. 12 on pro boxing card at Flint Financial Center
Mayor Sheldon Neeley calls Flint City Council special meeting; 4 no shows block any business
Flint Mayor Sheldon Neeley called a special meeting of the Flint City Council meeting on Monday but four no shows prevented any business from taking place. (See Today's Metro Section)
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