SPRINGFIELD, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that one suspect is in custody in relation to a burglary case.
Officials say it occurred just before 4 a.m. Tuesday at a Springfield convenience store in the 500 block on Upton Avenue. Deputies were dispatched to this location after a burglary alarm was triggered.
Upon arrival, they found that a door was forced open, merchandise had been taken and the offender had fled the scene.
During the investigation, a description of the suspect and the vehicle involved were obtained and given to surrounding agencies. Later on Tuesday, officers with the Battle Creek Police Department (BCPD) were able to locate the suspect and take him into custody.
The suspect is described as a 33-year-old Battle Creek man. He was lodged at the Calhoun County Jail on numerous charges, including Breaking and Entering.
The case remains under investigation at this time. Anyone with further information is asked to contact Silent Observer at 269-364-3888 or the Sheriff’s Office at 269-781-0880.
