A recent shooting in Byron Township's Camelot Manor mobile home park has escalated from an assault investigation to a homicide inquiry, as confirmed by the Kent County Sheriff's Office. According to FOX 17 News, last night, Jeffrey Gamble, age 36, suffered gunshot wounds during an incident that initially left him with serious injuries. Gamble was hospitalized but succumbed to his injuries, sparking a homicide investigation.
Deputies responded to a call at around 5:35 p.m. in the 300 block of North Harewood Drive SW. Running from the scene, according to reports from WZZM 13, an 18-year-old man was apprehended shortly after the incident with assistance from a drone team utilized by the police. The victim and suspect were known to reside together, entangled in what appears to have been a domestic argument that precipitated the fatal confrontation.
As this story develops, the Kent County Sheriff's Office continues to piece together the events leading up to Gamble's death. The authorities have not identified any additional suspects, as per MLive.
The Sheriff's Office is requesting anyone with information about this incident to come forward. Witnesses or those with relevant details are encouraged to contact local authorities at (616) 632-6125 or submit anonymous tips through Silent Observer at (616) 774-2345.
