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(CCN) — Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton's office has reached a plea deal in the first murder of case of 2023 in the City of Flint.

Ryan Cooper, 32, pleaded guilty to one count of involuntary manslaughter and one count of felony firearm. Cooper was originally charged and arraigned in January 2023 on felony charges of open murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm by a felon, third-degree fleeing police, carrying a concealed weapon and four counts of felony firearm.

 Cooper faced up to life in prison without parole if convicted on the most serious open murder charge. He was charged four days after police alleged that he shot and killed Marquise Hall, 31, outside a home in the 3900 block of Blackington Avenue.

He now faces up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $7,500 after the plea deal. 

PHOTO CAPTION: Pictured above this story is Genesee County Prosecutor David Leyton. His office reached a plea deal with murder suspect Ryan Cooper who was facing up to life in prison.

(CCN) — The Genesee County Board of Commissioners, alongside members of the Genesee County 7th Circuit Court, unveiled the long-awaited new Juvenile Justice Center Wednesday (June 13, 2024) in Flint Township.

The $27 million facility will officially open its doors in late July, as the staff transitions from the old facility next door.

Genesee County Board of Commission Chairman James Avery of Grand Blanc, who represents District 5, spoke about the facility and what it means for the entire community.

"As we cut this ribbon today, let us re-commit ourselves to the work ahead," Avery said. "Let us be proud of the fact that Genesee County is now, and has been for years, a model for juvenile justice. Let us stake our claim today that this facility will further our mission to empower young people to transform their lives for the betterment of our entire community."

Construction on the 54,000 square foot facility in Flint Township (on Pasadena Avenue in District 8) began in September 2020. District 8 Commissioner Dale Weighill said the new facility represents the "best of Genesee County and its dedication to young people."

Commissioner Weighill added: "Genesee County, and my colleagues on the (Genesee County) Board of Commissioners, have an unwavering commitment to youth empowerment. We remain dedicated to restorative practices that aim to heal and rehabilitate youth to promote safe communities across the county."

More than 100 people were in attendance for the ceremony, including many of the visionaries who made this new facility a reality, including Genesee County 7th Circuit Court Chief Judge David  Newblatt and Judge Judge John Gadola from the (Family Division of the court.

PHOTO CAPTION: Pictured above this story is a photo of Genesee County leaders at an unveiling ceremony for a new 54,000 square foot juvenile justice center in Flint Township.

 (CCN) —Flint City Clerk Davina Donahue has announced adjournments for the next two scheduled Flint City Council meetings.

She reminded residents that council members voted last month to tale a summer vacation.

Davina said the regularly scheduled meetings of Wednesday, July 3 and Monday, July 8 won't happen because of their decision.

The next scheduled Flint City Council session is a special meeting set for Wednesday, July 17.

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