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There has been an officer involved shooting in the 600 Block of E Jolly Rd in Lansing. This is currently an active scene, avoid the area. A PIO is en route to the scene and more information will follow.
(2/2) LPD officers arrived on scene, and at some point, an officer-involved shooting occurred. The male subject is deceased. No Lansing residents or LPD officers were injured.
Per LPD policy, the investigation into this incident has been turned over to the Michigan State Police.
(1/2) UPDATE: This morning at 4:21 a.m., members of the Lansing Police Department were dispatched to the 600 block of E. Jolly Rd. after receiving 911 calls about a male subject armed with a handgun, banging on doors and windows.
Hot Dogs & Home Runs was a hit! 🌭⚾️
We served 300+ hot dogs at Hunter Park to kick off the holiday weekend—Joey Chestnut would be proud!
Thanks to Chief Backus & Mayor Schor for stopping by. Hope everyone had a blast! 🇺🇸🎆
MISSING ENDANGERED
The Lansing Police Department is looking for 35-year-old Kayleigh Ann-Quarles Vargas. She is 5’1” and 105lbs. Family has reported Kayleigh as missing. She was last seen on 6/4/2025 at 3:30am, when she left a residence in the 3900 block of Burneway Dr.
🍀We’re feeling lucky in the Capital City this year🍀
We stayed plenty busy on St. Patrick’s Day, but fortunately, not a single OWI arrest was made!
A huge thank you to Lansing drivers for making the right call and keeping our roads safe.
Lansing PD took the plunge! ❄️
Officers braved the icy waters at the 2025 Lansing Polar Plunge, helping raise more than $104,000 for Special Olympics Michigan. Huge thanks to everyone who supported!
On your marks, get set… go!
There’s nothing like a good old fashioned race to bring people together, something Officer Brown here knows well. We’re super proud to announce that this photo was selected as a winner for this year’s “Community Policing in Action” Photo Contest!
We know that there are countless moments like this every year in the community, but there’s something special about getting the perfect photo!
And if you’re wondering, yes, Officer Brown says he DEFINITELY won that race! 😂👮♂️
Check out the details here: cops.usdoj.gov/photocontest
We’re a dedicated team with outstanding ethics, committed to #KeepingLansingSafe. Service is our purpose. We’re hiring the next generation of the Capital City’s Finest! Interested? Apply today at LansingPolice.com
Gun ✅ Drugs ✅ Cash ✅
Last night, an officer from our night shift conducted a traffic stop that led to the seizure of an illegal handgun, three ounces of psychedelic mushrooms, over two pounds of marijuana, and approximately $330 in cash. Great work #KeepingLansingSafe
The Lansing Police Department is looking for 41-year-old Brent Dennis. He is wanted in connection to a stabbing that happened on 12/18/24. He is 5’10 and weighs 270 pounds. If you know where he is or see him out please call (517) 483-6867 and do not approach.
Today, 11 new officers officially joined our ranks, and as you can tell, they’re already well ingrained with a lot of the team!
We are honored that each of you have chosen to serve the City of Lansing and we look forward to watching you thrive in your careers here! 🚔 #LPD212
MISSING ENDANGERED
The Lansing Police Department is looking for 18-year-old Cerenity Taylor. She is 5’0 and weighs 176 pounds. She was last seen and heard from on 11/22/2024, in the 1600 block of Olds Ave. Cerenity may be staying the in the Flint area.
Cerenity suffers from medical issues and is without her necessary medication. If you have information, please contact the Lansing Police Department (517)483-4600.