Crime

A week ago there were four statues standing along the Boardman Lake Trail in Traverse City. Now, there are only two.

A few weeks ago, Sheriff Chris Swanson told reporters that an investigation into the murder of a man in Fenton had “stalled”. That wasn’t true. There was a suspect, but his whereabouts were unknown.

Some scams are not so easy to spot. A public utility in the Thumb fell victim to a phishing scam in January, and law enforcement authorities say these type of fraud cases are increasing.

Two Nigerian men blamed for the death of a Marquette teen two years ago have pleaded guilty in federal court to conspiracy to sexually exploit minors.

In January, Daniel Pentkowski of Midland traveled to Texas for his mother’s funeral and he never returned home. He died while in the custody of a local police department. Three different causes have been given by authorities, ranging from self-inflicted injuries to homicide.

A law that takes effect tomorrow expands services and financial assistance available to help crime victims in Michigan.

Police are warning Michiganders about the risks of "swatting" following fake phone threats this week.

Since 1991, Midland County officials have been trying to identify the person who fatally struck Gregory McRoberts with their car and fled.

A gas station manager was able to intervene and call state and local police to prevent the couple from sending more money to the scam operation.