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Published on January 17, 2025
Battle Creek Police Arrest Four in Dispensary Break-In; Over $9,000 in Marijuana Products RecoveredSource: Google Street View

On December 30, 2024, Battle Creek law enforcement responded to a break-in at Potter’s Cannabis Boutique. Officers from the Gang Suppression Unit of the Battle Creek Police Department, alongside other teams, enacted a meticulous investigation that recently culminated in the arrest of four suspects, as reported by WOODTV. The apprehended individuals include three juveniles and an 18-year-old man, all hailing from Battle Creek.

The break-in at the dispensary, which houses a selection of regulated marijuana products, led to the theft of goods valued at $9,590. The investigation led officers to the Arbors apartment complex, where a collective effort from the Gang Suppression Unit, Battle Creek Emergency Response Team, Community Oriented Policing Services division, and Michigan Department of Corrections Probation carried out a search warrant. A substantial amount of marijuana and evidence relevant to the break-in was subsequently recovered, according to the Battle Creek Enquirer.

The four individuals are now pending charges within the Calhoun County court system. As detailed by WWMT, the Gang Suppression Unit spearheaded the investigation, which was supported by various law enforcement and community groups, showcasing an intertwined network of law enforcement resources working in concert to address crime in the region.