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Sheriff Daniel E. Abbott reports that on April 9, 2026, at approximately 9:15 PM, Van Buren County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the 25000 block of M-43 in Almena Township for a reported assault.
Upon arrival and investigation, deputies learned that a 31-year-old Paw Paw man had gone to the residence, where he was sprayed with bear repellent and struck with a blunt object.
Uniform Response and Our School Resource Deputy handled a Child Abuse/Domestic Violence situation in Gobles. There was substantial evidence that abuse occurred on more than one child, and the mother was abused as well.
Narcotics Division Search Warrant Execution
Sheriff Daniel E. Abbott reports that on April 9, 2026, at approximately 9:15 PM, Van Buren County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the 25000 block of M-43 in Almena Township for a reported assault.
Upon arrival and investigation, deputies learned that a 31-year-old Paw Paw man had gone to the residence, where he was sprayed with bear repellent and struck with a blunt object.
Uniform Response and Our School Resource Deputy handled a Child Abuse/Domestic Violence situation in Gobles. There was substantial evidence that abuse occurred on more than one child, and the mother was abused as well.
Narcotics Division Search Warrant Execution
Uniform Response Stopped a Vehicle for an Improper Plate in Keeler Township. The investigation found that the vehicle had been stolen out of Benton Harbor. The driver from Niles was lodged for the vehicle and possession of meth. The passenger had a warrant and was lodged as well.
Sheriff Daniel Abbott reports that the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office conducted a fraud investigation regarding a house and property for sale in the 22000 block of M43 Highway in Almena Township.
The Paw Paw Police Department recently hosted a recognition ceremony honoring individuals and organizations who have demonstrated exemplary service and unwavering support to the department and the greater Paw Paw community over the past year.
