Police Investigating High-Speed Road Rage Shooting in Bay City That Left Roadway Scattered With Shell Casings and Community Demanding Swift Justice Amid Ongoing Manhunt for Suspects
Bay City, MI – April 15, 2025 — Authorities in the Bay City area are actively investigating a disturbing high-speed road rage incident that escalated into gunfire along a busy stretch of roadway late Monday evening. The violent encounter, which has shocked residents and law enforcement alike, is the latest in a string of aggressive driving incidents that have plagued Michigan highways in recent months.
Incident Overview
According to the Bay County Sheriff’s Office, the shooting occurred around 7:45 p.m. on Monday, April 14, near M-13 and Wilder Road, a well-traveled corridor known for heavy evening traffic. Deputies responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a reckless high-speed chase involving two vehicles, followed by the sound of gunshots exchanged between the moving cars.
When deputies arrived on the scene, they located one of the vehicles involved, a silver SUV, abandoned near the Kawkawlin River bridge. Evidence of gunfire was found at the scene, including shell casings on the road and bullet holes in the vehicle. The driver had fled the area before law enforcement could make contact.
The second vehicle involved, believed to be a black Dodge Charger or similar muscle car, fled the area at high speed and is currently being sought by investigators.
Victims and Injuries
As of Tuesday morning, no injuries have been reported, but law enforcement has not ruled out the possibility that someone may have been hurt during the exchange. Area hospitals have been alerted to report any patients arriving with gunshot wounds or injuries consistent with a vehicular assault.
Officials have not yet confirmed how many suspects were involved or whether the shooters knew each other. They are currently working with surveillance footage from traffic cameras and nearby businesses to track down leads and identify those involved.
Eyewitness Reports
Several witnesses described the chaos as terrifying.
“I was just trying to get home from work,” said Andrea Collins, a local resident who was driving in the area at the time. “These two cars came out of nowhere, speeding and weaving through traffic. Then I heard pops — like fireworks at first — and people just started pulling over and ducking down.”
Others echoed similar accounts, stating that the vehicles had been engaged in a dangerous cat-and-mouse chase for several minutes before the shots rang out.
Ongoing Investigation
The Bay County Sheriff’s Office is treating the case as a felonious assault and potentially attempted homicide, depending on the results of the investigation. Detectives are asking anyone with dashboard camera footage or information related to the incident to come forward.
“We take road rage incidents very seriously — especially when they escalate into violence,” said Sheriff Troy Cunningham in a press briefing Tuesday morning. “This reckless behavior endangered innocent lives. We are working diligently to track down those responsible and bring them to justice.”
Public Safety Concerns
The shooting has reignited discussions in the Bay City community about increasing road rage cases and the dangers of carrying firearms during disputes. In recent years, Michigan has seen a rise in traffic-related confrontations leading to gun violence, raising questions about driver safety and response.
“This is not just a local problem,” said Michigan State Police Sgt. Erin McGraw. “We’ve seen this trend statewide. People are angry, impatient, and sometimes armed — and that combination is a recipe for tragedy.”
How You Can Help
If you witnessed the incident or have any information, you are urged to contact the Bay County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division at (989) 895-4050. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers of Bay County or online at www.baycountycrimestoppers.org.
Key Facts:
- Incident Type: Road rage shooting
- Location: M-13 and Wilder Road, Bay City, MI
- Time: 7:45 p.m., Monday, April 14, 2025
- Involved Vehicles: Silver SUV (abandoned); black Dodge Charger (still at large)
- Suspects: Unknown; investigation ongoing
- Injuries: No confirmed injuries
- Agencies Involved: Bay County Sheriff’s Office, Michigan State Police
