Shondale Kellumn killed, Another Injured following parking lot shooting in Kalamazoo

KALAMAZOO, MI — Tragedy struck Kalamazoo on Saturday night, November 9, as a shooting incident claimed the life of one man and left another injured. Officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) responded to reports of gunfire around 10:25 p.m. in the 1300 block of Portage Street. Upon arrival, they discovered that the shooting had taken place in the parking lot of a nearby business, casting a pall over the community.

Shortly after the initial reports, two men with gunshot wounds arrived at a local hospital seeking medical attention. One of the victims, identified as 32-year-old Shondale Devon Kellumn, a Kalamazoo resident, succumbed to his injuries. KDPS offered their condolences to Mr. Kellumn’s family, friends, and loved ones, acknowledging the deep sorrow and shock his loss brings to those who knew him. The second victim, a 33-year-old Kalamazoo resident, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to make a full recovery following medical treatment.

In the wake of the shooting, KDPS detectives have launched a full investigation, actively pursuing leads and gathering evidence from the scene. Initial findings suggest that the incident does not pose an ongoing threat to the public, though investigators have yet to determine a motive. This information has brought some relief to residents, though questions about the circumstances remain.

The KDPS is calling on the community to assist with the investigation, emphasizing that even small pieces of information could be crucial in solving the case. Witnesses or anyone who may have observed suspicious activity in the area around the time of the shooting are encouraged to contact the KDPS Criminal Investigations Division at 269-337-8139. Additionally, anonymous tips can be submitted through the Kalamazoo Silent Observer tip line at 269-343-2100, via the “P3Tips” app, or online at KalamazooSilentObserver.com.

As Kalamazoo residents process the shock of this incident, local authorities are stressing the importance of community cooperation in preventing future violence. By staying vigilant and reporting suspicious activity, residents play a key role in fostering a safer environment. KDPS has also urged the public to respect the grieving family’s privacy as they mourn their loved one.

The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety is expected to release updates as more details emerge from the investigation. In the meantime, the community is asked to stand united, offering support to both the grieving family and local law enforcement as they work toward justice and safety.