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1 in custody in connection to fatal shooting at Kentwood hotel

The suspect is accused of shooting and killing a 41-year-old man at the Affordable Suites of America on East Beltline.
Credit: 13 On Your Side

KENTWOOD, Mich. — One person is dead after a shooting at Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids on East Beltline Ave SE in Kentwood. 

Kentwood Police say it happened around 4:46 a.m. on Saturday.

When officers arrived they found a 41-year-old man with a gunshot wound. Life-saving measures were attempted, but the man was eventually pronounced dead at the scene.

One person was taken into custody in connection to the shooting. Detectives will be meeting with the Kent County Prosecutor's Office to determine if charges will be authorized.

Police say there is no threat to the community.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Kentwood Police Department Detective Bureau at (616) 656-6604 or Silent Observer at (616) 744-2345.

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