The Gratiot County Sheriff’s office is investigating an armed robbery that took place at approximately 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22 at the Middleton branch of Commercial Bank.
The suspect fled the scene in a vehicle and was pursued by sherriff deputies and was apprehended near Maple Rapids after abandoning his vehicle. He was taken to the Gratiot County Jail where he is lodged pending arraignment in the 65th District Court.
The Sheriff’s department was assisted by the Michigan State Police Post 14, Clinton County Sheriff’s Office, Montcalm County Sheriff’s office and the Carson City Police Department.
Budget cuts continue to plague area municipalities and schools, and finding ways to work within budget constraints continues to cause headaches for local governments as they work
to find ways to do more with much less.
Yet, despite the less than favorable economic forecasts, the county has seen several business expansions and new businesses come into the area.
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While Alma city officials continue to work to relieve the ongoing city-wide sewer problem, the city’s attorney, Charles Fortino will be negotiating with some individuals who have filed
claims with the city for compensation.
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