Wednesday, January 23, 2013
The case has been delayed on several occasions as evidence was gathered and charges were debated.
The Fenton Township shooting case is scheduled for a jury trial in May. The case has been delayed on several occasions as evidence was gathered and charges were debated. The charges include armed robbery, home invasion first degree and felony firearms, according to court records. Robert Johnson testified on May 16, 2012 that Collins broke into his home, robbed him and shot him April 14, 2012 in Fenton Township. Johnson said he and Collins, 23, of Flint, exchanged gunfire that day on the 13000 block of Linden Road in the preliminary exam. “I was trying to kill him because he was in my house trying to kill me,” Johnson told the court in May. “It was my life or his life.” According to court records, the case is scheduled for a pre-trial on …
Sunday, October 7, 2012
As usual, there was plenty of news in Fenton this week.
Here is a look at what you might have missed. We provided you with resources around Fenton to help readers stay healthy, as research shows good nutrition and exercise can help prevent breast cancer. Fenton Patch had its Election Guide 2012, with information readers need about every race in town. Many are thinking pink for October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we had ways you can participate, pledge support and donate to the cause in Michigan. In addition, we had the story about a Fenton mother, Marcy Watters, who has opened Ms. Ali’s Gluten Free Treats at the Twelve Oaks Mall in Novi. Watters has made baked goods for years for her daughter, who has celiac disease. Also on Monday, Fenton Patch let you know about runners from …
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City council is considering repairs and upgrades to weather sirens, and a $12,000 storm water study in the North Leroy Street area.
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Fenton police collected 30 pounds of unwanted prescription drugs in a recent take-back event.
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On Thursday, Fenton Patch had information for the community on how to help the Oct. 14 CROP Walk against hunger, which will be at Bush Park in Fenton.
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On Wednesday, we shared information from a librarian for students, on resources at the library.
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Wednesday, October 3, 2012
More charges could be added against David Eddie Collins; evidence from scene is missing, assistant prosecutor says.
Two more charges could be added in the spring shooting incident that occurred on Linden Road in Fenton Township. During today's pretrial hearing in 7th Circuit Court, Judge Joseph Farah agreed to the prosecutor's request to send the case against David Eddie Collins, 23, of Flint, back to District Court. Prosecutor David Leyton's office is asking for additional charges of cruelty to animals and assault with intent to rob while armed. Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Karen Hanson asked for the additional charges after talking to the shooting victim and defense counsel. Regarding the possible charge of assault with intent to rob while armed, Hanson said the victim (Robert Johnson) was shot, and there are medical records. Johnson also had a dog …
Monday, July 2, 2012
David Eddie Collins, 23, of Flint, has been charged after April 14 incident at home on Linden Road in Fenton Township.
Today's pre-trial hearing for the Fenton Township shooting case has been adjourned to Oct. 2 and Oct. 5, along with the trial. It is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. both days, at the Genesee County Courthouse. David Eddie Collins, 23, of Flint, has been charged with armed robbery, home invasion and felony firearms after police say he was involved in a shooting at a Fenton Township home on April 14. The pre-trial hearing was scheduled for today, in Judge Joseph Farah's court room, after being moved from June 16. Judge Mark McCabe bound the case to 7th Circuit Court on May 16, when Robert Johnson testified Collins entered his home, demanded money and shot him in the hip. The alleged incident occurred in the 13000 block of Linden Road.
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Wednesday, May 30, 2012
David Eddie Collins due in court on July 2.
The Fenton Township shooting case will continue on July 2 with a pre-trial hearing. David Eddie Collins, 23, of Flint, is charged with armed robbery, home invasion and felony firearms after police say he was involved in a shooting at a Fenton Township home on April 14. There will be a pre-trial hearing at 1:30 p.m. July 2 in front of Judge Joseph Farah. The court date was originally scheduled for June 16, but was delayed. Judge Mark McCabe bound the case to 7th Circuit Court on May 16 when Robert Johnson testified Collins entered his home demanded money and shot him in the hip. Johnson said he and Collins, 23, of Flint, exchanged gunfire that day on the 13000 block of Linden Road in the preliminary exam. “I was trying to kill him because …
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Robert Johnson testifies David Eddie Collins shot him during preliminary exam Wednesday in 67th District Court.
David Eddie Collins sat in an orange jumpsuit and chains shaking his head Wednesday as Robert Johnson testified that Collins broke into his home, robbed him and shot him April 14 in Fenton Township. Johnson said he and Collins, 23, of Flint, exchanged gunfire that day on the 13000 block of Linden Road in the preliminary exam in front of Judge Mark McCabe in 67th District Court in Flint. “I was trying to kill him because he was in my house trying to kill me,” Johnson told the court. “It was my life or his life.” McCabe bound the case over to circuit court after hearing Johnson’s testimony. The date on the next court appearance was not immediately available. After Johnson gave his testimony, he walked by Collins and Collins became visibly …
Friday, May 11, 2012
David Eddie Collins faces life in prison on armed robbery, home invasion charges.
Police have charged a 23-year-old Flint man for his suspected involvement with a shooting at a Fenton Township home on April 14. Genesee County Sheriff’s Capt. Terence Green said police arrested David Eddie Collins on April 30 during another incident at a Flint home. Green said Collins became a suspect after it was discovered he received medical treatment at Hurley Hospital for a gunshot to the hand on April 17. He said the victim, Robert Johnson, and the suspects exchanged gunfire on April 14, when the suspects broke into the home looking for money. Randy Johnson said his son posted a picture of $5,000 in a box on Facebook and when the men entered the home, they asked him where the money was. Randy said the men ripped down the back …
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
It appeared police were collecting more evidence from the scene.
Several Genesee County Sheriff's Department cars were parked on the scene of Saturday's Fenton Township shooting on Tuesday. Police said there was nothing new in the investigation and declined to comment further. It appeared officers were collecting evidence from the scene. One officer was looking closely at the front door of the home, which still had blood showing Sunday morning after what police believe may have been a shootout Saturday night at the home on the 13000 block of Linden Road. There were police dogs on scene. There was also a bag of what appeared to be clothing sitting near a police car. Police arrived around 12:30 p.m. and stayed on the scene for several hours. Genesee County Sheriff’s Department Capt. Terence Green said …
Many residents shocked to hear about shooting, robbery in Fenton Township.
Despite the recent Fenton Township shooting, violent crimes remain low in Fenton, according to reports, and many local residents said they feel safe living in the area, but do have concerns. Fenton had 15 violent crimes in 2010, according to FBI statistics, while Linden had one. Numbers for 2011 have not yet been released. Here is the rundown of 2010 crimes in Fenton: "Violence is rare in the area. We are 100 percent positive this (the Fenton Township Shooting) was not random. They were targeted," said Genesee County Sheriff's Department Capt. Terence Green. There were 29 violent crimes in Fenton in 2009 including two rapes, eight robberies and 19 aggravated assaults. Linden had one robbery. In 2008, Fenton had 18 violent crimes, including…
Monday, April 16, 2012
Genesee County Sheriff’s Department Capt. Terence Green said at least six bullets were fired from two different guns.
Police are looking into new leads and checking area hospitals for gunshot victims as the Fenton Township shooting and robbery investigation continues. Genesee County Sheriff’s Department Capt. Terence Green said officers were following up on new leads that had just come in Monday evening. “We are 100 percent certain this was not random. They were going for the victim,” Green said. Green said three suspects broke into the Fenton Township home on the 13000 block of Linden Road Saturday and at least six shots were fired from two different guns from both inside and outside the home. Homeowner Randy Johnson said his son Robert Johnson, 23, was alone in the home around 10:30 p.m. Saturday when men broke in through the back door and demanded …
R.E.
11:42 am on Saturday, March 23, 2013
I hope that you're going to be pointing out Mr. Johnson's culpability in this case. more ›