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Help Find Penelope Wise! Tips that lead to the safe return of Penny or that significantly assist Kent County Sheriff's Office in the investigation could lead to an INCREASED REWARD OF up to $3,000.

On May 31, 2024, Penny went missing from her home in Cedar Springs. Penny was on foot when she left her home. As she walked she was captured on surveillance video 5 miles away from her home, on Rockford Park Drive near Northland Drive. 13 days have transpired since Penny was sited in this video, and she has not been seen since. If you have information that could lead detectives to Penny's location and safe return, please contact the Kent County Sheriff's Office at 616-632-6125 until 5:00 pm and 616-632-6100 after 5:00 pm. You can also submit your tip anonymously through Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or www.silentobserver.org to be eligible for a reward and remain anonymous.

If you know these kids, please help Lakyijah's family by coming forwrad.
Today, Grand Rapids Police Department Chief Eric Winstrom and investigators released photos and video of key witnesses in the May 18 murder of Lakyijah Williams.
“Video evidence tells us these individuals were in the immediate area during the shooting and we would very much like to talk with them,” said Chief Winstrom. “We are asking for these individuals to come forward. If anyone can help us identify them, come forward with that information.”
Winstrom stressed that the individuals are not suspects.
“These witnesses are likely juveniles themselves,” said Winstrom. “I would ask their parents to put themselves in Lakyijah’s family’s shoes. Help us to bring justice for Lakyijah and her family by making sure we are able to interview these witnesses.” Please contact the Grand Rapids Police Department at 616-456-3400 with information.

Do you know these 5 kids? Police looking to ID potential witnesses to murder of 15-year-old girl Police are asking for the public’s help in tracking down several potential witnesses to a murder. 15-year-old La'Kyijah Williams was shot and killed in downtown Grand Rapids on Saturday, May 18.

If you have any information about this fatal shooting in Grand Rapids, you could be eligible for a reward.

At approximately 12:20 am. 6/29/24, officers were dispatched to Ardmore St SE and Thelma Ave SE on reports of the sound of gunfire. Officers located evidence of a weapon firing, but no victims were located at the scene. A short while later, an adult male, arrived at a local hospital by private transport with a non-life-threatening gun shot wound. At approximately 3:00 am, a second victim, also an adult male, arrived at a local hospital by private transport. This second victim died from a gunshot wound to the chest.

The investigation by the Major Case Team is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Grand Rapids Police DepartmentGrand Rapids Police Department or Silent Observer. Detectives can be reached at (616) 456-3380 or tips can be sent anonymously through Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345/ www.silentobserver.org.

Please help the Seward Family if you have any information regarding this double homicide. Tips that lead to an arrest or a significant break in the case are eligible for a reward!
On June 26, 2024, Jesse and Virginia Seward were found deceased in their home on Beaver Drive in Sheridan, MI. A family member went to their residence to check in on the couple and found them deceased inside their home. Based on indications at the scene, Michigan State Police Lakeview Post considers their deaths suspicious and are declaring a homicide investigation. Detectives from the Michigan State Police Lakeview Post are partnering with Silent Observer to gather anonymous tips on the June 26th homicide.
Anyone with knowledge or information that could assist investigators can contact Silent Observer at 774-2345 or click on the “Submit a Tip” button on their website. www.silentobserver.org
Silent Observer is safe, anonymous and pays rewards for crime-solving tips. You may contact the Michigan State Police Lakeview Post directly at 989-352-8444.

The family of Amillier Penn is devastated over the tragic loss of Amillier to a shooting. Please share any information you have with the Grand Rapids Police Department or anonymously with Silent Observer at silentobserver.org.

Police searching for anyone with information on shooting death of Amillier Penn No arrests have been made in the death of 15-year-old Amillier Penn. Police are now reaching out to the community for help.

Michigan State Police launches initiative to help curb gun violence as part of National Gun Violence Safety Month

News Release - State Police Launch Awareness Campaign to Help Prevent Targeted Acts of Violence

https://www.michigan.gov/mspnewsroom/news-releases/2024/06/26/state-police-launch-awareness-campaign-to-help-prevent-targeted-acts-of-violence

Shoutout to our amazing crews and staff working hard to clear the roads! 🚧

This crew was over on Dunham St SE removing large tree limbs. As we clean up from this morning's storm, please slow down and proceed with caution around work zones. Only pass when traffic is clear.

Stay at least 25 feet away from downed wires and anything they're touching. Keep children and pets away. Report downed lines by calling 9-1-1 or Consumers Energy at 800-477-5050.

If you have branches and debris in your yard, the yard waste drop-off site is open for you! 🌳✨ https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Services/Yard-Waste-Services

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Please help find Penelope "Penny" Wise, aged 17. Up to $1,000 reward for information that helps lead Kent County Sheriff's Office detectives to find Penelope. Penelope went missing around 6 p.m. on
May 31, 2024, from her home in Cedar Springs. Penny was on foot when she left her home. As she walked she was captured on surveillance video 5 miles away from her home, on Rockford Park Drive near Northland Drive. 13 days have transpired since Penny was sited in this video, and she has not been seen since. If you have information that could lead detectives to Penny's location and safe return, please contact the Kent County Sheriff's Office at 616-632-6125 until 5:00 pm and 616-632-6100 after 5:00 pm. You can also submit your tip anonymously through Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or www.silentobserver.org to be eligible for a reward and remain anonymous.

Stop. Solve. Prevent. Crime in Our Community! Contact Silent Observer at 616-774-2345, or www.silentobserver.org with any information regarding recent shootings. Your tip is private and you will remain anonymous.

Your tip on the shooting homicide of Amillier Penn could result in a $3200 reward through Silent Observer. At approximately 8:10 p.m., on Sunday June 2, Grand Rapids Police Department officers were dispatched to a shooting in the 400 block of Umatilla, St SE. Upon arrival they located 15-year-old Amillier Penn who was pronounced deceased at the scene. Amillier was not carrying a weapon and was simply playing football with friends.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Grand Rapids Police Department or Silent Observer. Detectives can be reached at (616) 456-3380 or tips can be sent anonymously through Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345/ www.silentobserver.org. Tips sent anonymously through Silent Observer, that lead to an arrest in the case are eligible for a reward.

Grand Rapids’ homicide count nearly doubled in 24 hours, chief says Three people were killed in Grand Rapids on Sunday, nearly doubling the number of homicides the city has seen this year.

Please help keep your own community safe by sharing what you know. You are never asked to share your name or identity.

Help provide information for a three shooting victims, two deceased. The victims are 28-year-old Jashaun Morgan and 31-year-old Eliot Flores, according to the Grand Rapids Police Department.
Just before 1:00 a.m., on June 2, Grand Rapids Police Department responded to a shooting in the 200 block of Cesar E Chavez Ave SW. Officers located two victims on scene. One person, an adult male, was deceased. A second adult male, who was transported for medical care, died at the hospital a short time later. Officers were notified that a third person, also an adult male, had arrived at a local hospital via private transport.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Grand Rapids Police Department or Silent Observer. Detectives can be reached at (616) 456-3380 or tips can be sent anonymously through Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345/ www.silentobserver.org.

Your tip on the shooting homicide of Amiller Penn could result in a $3200 reward through Silent Observer. At approximately 8:10 p.m., on Sunday June 2, Grand Rapids Police Department officers were dispatched to a shooting in the 400 block of Umatilla, St SE. Upon arrival they located 15-year-old Amillier Penn who was pronounced deceased at the scene. Amilier was not carrying a weapon and was simply playing football with friends.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Grand Rapids Police Department or Silent Observer. Detectives can be reached at (616) 456-3380 or tips can be sent anonymously through Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345/ www.silentobserver.org. Tips sent anonymously through Silent Observer, that lead to an arrest in the case are eligible for a reward.

Reward for information! On May 24, 2024, at 6:00 a.m. the Kent County Sheriff's Office responded to a larceny report at Platinum Motorsports in Algoma Township. Video surveillance shows 3 individuals taking a trailer and ATV. The individuals arrived in a black Dodge Ram Pickup 4WD. Video surveillance shows one individual with one leg, and utilizing crutches, assisted by the other two individuals. If you recognize anyone involved or have any information, please contact the Kent County Sheriff's Office at 616.632.6100 or Silent Observer at silentobserver.org, or 616.774.2345.

Up to $3600 reward for information - 15 year old, Lakyijah Williams was killed by gunshot wound MAY 18, 2024 at approximately 11:40 pm, near Ottawa and Oakes Streets, Grand Rapids. If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact the Grand Rapids Police Department or Silent Observer.
Detectives can be reached at (616) 456-3380 or tips can be sent anonymously through Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345/ www.silentobserver.org. Please help find justice for Lakyijah.

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On Sunday, May 5, at approximately 11:50 pm, officers with the Grand Rapids Police Department responded to a single vehicle roll over crash in the 2400 block of E Beltline Avenue SE, in the City of Grand Rapids.
Scene evidence suggests the Kia Sorento was traveling northbound at a high rate of speed, lost control, crossed over the southbound lanes, and rolled multiple times. The driver of the vehicle was ejected and sustained serious injuries. A passenger in the vehicle was also injured. Both individuals were treated on scene and transported to area hospitals. Both speed and alcohol are believed to be factors in the crash.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Officer Kohl at (616) 456-4513 ([email protected]) or Silent Observer (616) 774-2345 (www.silentobserver.org)

Does this man look familiar to you? All these pictures are the same person. If you knew this man around the year 1993, living in the greater Grand Rapids area, please contact Silent Observer at silentobserver.org. or 616-774-2345. Your tips could lead to a reward.

Making kids smile! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, May 8 at 8:30 p.m. and attend Project Night Lights! That's when first responders and community members surround the Helen DeVos Children's Hospital to show love & support of the kiddos there by shining their lights at them. You will see the children there shine lights back at you in appreciation. This is a great opportunity for families and individuals to think outside themselves! We appreciate the involvement of the scores of people who attend each and every month. From student groups, families, superheroes, non-profits, businesses and people who come from far and near, you are a blessing to so many. See you Wed. May 8! (Free parking at Spectrum Ramp 7).
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Someone knows something. The family of Cahari Walton is seeking answers regarding his unsolved homicide. Cahari was killed on
January 25, 2023 and was left at the intersection of Lake Drive and Wealthy Streets, suffering from fatal gunshot wounds. Described by his family as a lover of football, gaming and a "young romeo" Cahari was the only grandson of Yolanda Sheffield Walton and is deeply missed. Cahari was only 16 years old. If you have any information, please contact Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or go to silentobserver.org. Your tip could lead to a reward.

Thank you to all those in the community who helped make possible this solemn tribute to loved ones lost to violence, hosted in partnership with the Victim Witness Office of the Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker. Thank you Kent County Sheriff's Office and Grand Rapids Police Department for helping to recognize National Crime Victims Rights Week .

Candlelight Vigil for Victims of Violent Crime
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 6:00 p.m.
63rd District Court
1950 East Beltline NE,
Grand Rapids, MI 49525

CANDLELIGHT VIGIL | Vigil for victims of crime to be held on April 24 at 63rd District Court Silent Observer and the Kent County Prosecutor’s Victim Witness Unit are holding the vigil to remember and honor victims of violence.

If you have any information to share regarding Martin's homicide, please contact Silent Observer at 616-774-2345 or silentobserver.org, anonymously. You can also reach Kentwood Police Department at 616-698-6580. Help this family get answers.

Grand Rapids family still looking for 20-year-old man's killer Friends and family raised $10,000 for a reward leading to an arrest.

Do you know this person? If you know the person below, please help by contacting Grand Rapids Police Department 616-456-3320, Officer Alex Thompson [email protected] or anonymously through Silent Observer at www.silentobserver.org or 616-774-2345. The person seen below is of interest to Law Enforcement in the Hit & Run that lead to the death of Roberto Delgato on March 10, 2024.
Also below are photos of the vehicle believed to be involved in the hit & run, taken before the accident occurred.

Join us for the 28th Annual Golf Outing to benefit Silent Observer. Hosted at StoneWater Country Club - Golf & Pool, and brought to you by our partners Coldwell Banker Schmidt Family of Companies you'll enjoy fabulous views and a challenging round of golf. 4-person scramble style welcoming men's, women's, and mixed teams. Registration includes luncheon, unique auction items and many chances to win. Register today https://www.silentobserver.org/events_posts/coldwell-banker-silent-observer-charity-golf-2024/ or email [email protected] for more information!

UPDATE - The victim in the hit & run cited below has been identified as Donna Nguyen, aged 55. Based on evidence at the scene, investigators strongly believe the car to be a 2019 Ford Fusion with significant damage to the passenger side of the front end. Please contact GRPD or Silent Observer if you know anything.
Hit & Run Driver at Large. At 2:10 a.m. Sunday 3/17/24, a woman was struck and killed by a westbound vehicle at the intersection of 28th Street and Eastern Ave. The crash is under investigation and police are seeking information. Witnesses described a dark-colored, mid-sized SUV, possibly with a Ford vehicle. The vehicle likely sustained front end damage. Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact Officer Tyler Kohl at (616) 456-4531 ([email protected]) or Officer Justin Ewald at (616) 456-4282 ([email protected]) Grand Rapids Police Department. Tips can also be sent anonymously through Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345/www.silentobserver.org.

If you know something, please help! At Approx. 6:00 p.m. , December 31, 2023, police and fire personnel from the City of Wyoming Police Department responded to Walmart, 355 54th Street SW in Wyoming, for reports of a shooting inside the store. A female shooting victim was identified in the store and a male victim was identified at a local hospital. The suspect was armed with a handgun and described as wearing a black parka-style coat with fur around the collar/hood, a red sweatshirt, and dark pants. A second person was seen with the suspect during this incident, this individual was wearing a black sweatshirt with white lettering across the chest, a black mask, and light-colored pants. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Wyoming Police at 616-530-7300 or Silent Observer at 616-774-2345; 1-866-774-2345; or https://www.silentobserver.org.