CASSOPOLIS, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — The Cass County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting that occurred in the 300 block of East Dibble street in Marcellus Friday at approximately 9:44 p.m.
Investigators say a group of people had gathered for a campfire in the backyard of the residence when an argument ensued between the victim, Tyler Blentlinger (22 years of age of Marcellus) and the suspect. During the argument, the suspect retrieved a gun and fired in the direction of the victim striking him twice.
The suspect was arrested on charges of attempted murder and lodged in the Cass County Jail pending arraignment on those charges. Alcohol does appear to be a factor, and the incident remains under investigation at this time.
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Marcellus Ambulance service who transported the victim to Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.
The name of the suspect is being withheld until the arraignment.
