Officers Investigating Shooting on East Paterson Street

Public asked to avoid the area as investigation continues

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) is investigating a shooting that occurred on East Paterson Street near Krom Street on Sunday evening around 5:45 p.m. Officers are asking the public to avoid the area while they continue their investigation.

Why it matters

Shootings in residential areas raise public safety concerns and can disrupt the local community. The police response and investigation aims to determine the circumstances around the incident and ensure the neighborhood's security.

The details

KDPS officers were called to the East Paterson Street area near Krom Street on Sunday evening in response to reports of a shooting. The investigation is still ongoing, and no other details about the incident have been released at this time.

  • The shooting occurred on Sunday, February 22, 2026 around 5:45 p.m.

The players

Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS)

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

KDPS has not provided any information on next steps in the investigation, but will likely continue gathering evidence and witness statements to determine the circumstances around the shooting.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for vigilance and community cooperation with law enforcement to address gun violence and maintain public safety in residential neighborhoods.