John Geddert, who coached the US women’s gymnastics team in the 2012 Olympics, was charged Thursday with 24 felonies. He later died by suicide.
Author: Kara Berg, Lansing State Journal
John Geddert, former Olympic gymnastics coach, kills himself after being charged with human trafficking, sex assault
Geddert, 63, was charged Thursday with 24 crimes including human trafficking, sexual assault and racketeering. He did not appear for arraignment.
‘Placed intentionally to cause harm’: Michigan city closes playgrounds after discovery of 41 razor blades
The Eaton Rapids Police Department found razor blades at two playgrounds, prompting the city to temporarily close all parks to ensure safety.
1 dead after mask confrontation at convenience store escalates into stabbing, police shooting
Police say Sean Ernest Ruis — who refused to wear a mask — was shot and killed by police after he stabbed a 77-year-old customer who confronted him.
Did Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer go ‘too far’ with stay-home order? Protesters plan in-vehicle rally Wednesday in Lansing.
Critics of Michigan’s expanded stay-home order are planning a protest to tell the governor they believe she has gone too far.
Michigan AG’s office to review sex assault investigation of Michigan State basketball player
The reported sexual assault took place Jan. 19, and the player was suspended by the team on Jan. 24.
Two men charged with drop-kicking and killing cat in social media video
One man is accused of kicking the cat, and the other of taking the video. They are charged with killing and torturing an animal.
Gift card missing? Post Office mail carrier charged with stealing cash, cards
A U.S. Postal Services employee was charged with stealing gift cards and cash from mail she was delivering in Holt.