BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Police are investigating after a Battle Creek man was shot in his yard early Tuesday morning.
Police responded to the Warren Street area on reports of gunshots around 1:20 a.m. A 36-year-old man, later identified as William Michael Wilson, was found in his yard suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, according to police. Investigators say he was shot at close range.
Officers gave Wilson first aid while waiting for an ambulance. He was taken to Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Police are investigating this shooting as a murder. Investigators say Wilson was targeted in the shooting, and that the shooter intended to rob Wilson.
Police say they have determined Wilson's murder is not connected to a 2012 case where Wilson was charged with murder.
A person of interest is in police custody, according to authorities. A murder warrant request is expected to be submitted to the Calhoun County Prosecutor's Office soon.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Battle Creek police at 269-966-3322 or Silent Observer at 269-964-3888.
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