Police: 34-year-old man shot, killed in Bay City, suspect on the run

A 34-year-old man was shot and killed in Bay City on June 26.
A 34-year-old man was shot and killed in Bay City on June 26.(WNEM)
Published: Jun. 26, 2022 at 7:43 PM EDT
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BAY CITY, Mich. (WNEM) - Police are searching for a man who allegedly shot and killed a 34-year-old in Bay City Sunday.

According to the Bay City Department of Public Safety, the shooting happened on Columbus Ave near S. Sheridan Street just after 4 p.m.

Police say the victim, 34-year-old Cortez Dangelo Owens, was shot multiple times. He was taken to a local hospital where he later died.

Authorities say it does not appear the victim was from Bay City.

Two other people who were with the man were not hurt in the incident.

Police say the suspect is a man who fled the scene on foot. A light-colored Ford Explorer was also seen leaving the area at a high rate of speed.

Police do not know a motive for the shooting and the incident remains under investigation.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call the Bay City Department of Public Safety Detective Bureau at 989-894-0161. Individuals can also provide information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-422-JAIL (5245), download the P3 mobile app or go to P3Tips.com. Photos and videos can be uploaded on the app or online.