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Two Shot in Edison Neighborhood

Kalamazoo, MI: On Saturday, November 30^th, 2013, at approximately 12:30 a.m., Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to a report of a shooting at Club Fire, located in the 1200 block of Portage Rd. Several callers reported multiple gunshots both inside and outside a party that was taking place. Upon arrival, Public Safety officers located two victims of gunshot wounds. The first victim, a 17 year-old female, sustained a non-life threatening gunshot to the arm and was transported to Bronson Hospital for treatment. The second victim, a 30 year-old male, sustained a gunshot wound to the head and is listed in critical condition at Bronson Hospital.

Detectives are currently investigating the incident. There are no suspects at this time.

Anyone who may have information regarding this investigation is asked to call Kalamazoo Public Safety at 337-8994 or Silent Observer at 343-2100. Tips can also be submitted online at www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com.

UPDATE - DECEMBER 4, 2013:

The victim from the shooting this past Friday night has been identified as Jeffery Orlando Pratt, age 28. Mr. Pratt passed away on Sunday afternoon from injuries he received from a gunshot wound at a party in the 1200 block of Portage St.

Kalamazoo Public Safety wishes to extent our condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Pratt.

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