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Police locate suspect vehicle in Battle Creek 2-year-old's death

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Posted at 4:05 PM, Sep 21, 2022
and last updated 2022-09-21 16:05:36-04

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Police have located the vehicle believed to have been involved in the shooting that left a toddler dead in Battle Creek on Tuesday.

The shooting happened outside a home near Cliff and Hwy streets during the early morning hours, according to the city of Battle Creek.

The victim, 2-year-old Kai Turner, died later that afternoon. Officials say he was not the intended target.

We’re told the vehicle, a black Audi Q7, was reported stolen last week.

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Police now seek information regarding the identity of the suspected car thief and of who may have been behind the wheel before 2:20 a.m. Tuesday morning, the city tells us.

Those with knowledge regarding the car and/or the shooting are urged to connect with police by calling 269-781-0911 or Silent Observer at 269-964-3888.

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