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A Lincoln Park woman is charged with open murder in the Jan. 28 shooting death of Vincent Buckles in Port Huron. Sayon Florence, 36, was arraigned Friday with bond set at $2 million, and a probable cause hearing set for Feb. 25th. She was previously arrested and released before being taken into custody again. A 22-year-old suspect tied to the case was also arrested in Georgia and is wanted for a ’23 double homicide in Detroit. Open murder carries a possible life sentence.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Due to icy back roads, snow drift, and a cold weather advisory, the following will be closed on Tuesday, February 18th.

**Please check your district’s website for more details. Last updated 9:09 pm.

St. Clair County:

• Algonac Community Schools
• Cardinal Mooney Catholic High
• Capac Comm Schools
• Croswell-Lexington Community Schools
• East China School District
• East Shore-Leadership Acdmy
• Holy Cross Catholic
• Landmark Academy
• Marysville Public Schools
• New Life Christian Academy
• Memphis Community Schools
• Port Huron Area Schools
• St. Clair TEC
• St. Mary Catholic
• Yale School District

Macomb County:

• Academy of Warren
• Anchor Bay School District
• Center Line Prep
• Merritt Academy
• Prevail Academy
• Reach Chart Academy
• Richmond Comm Schools

In Port Huron Township, a 52-year-old man was shot and killed by Michigan State Police after allegedly threatening officers with a gun on Dove Street Wednesday night. Police had responded to a domestic violence call at 7:50 p.m. When the man came out of a home holding a weapon and refused to comply with orders, an officer fired. Despite attempts to save him, the man died at the hospital. The officer involved is on paid leave pending an investigation by the MSP Crime Lab and the Michigan Department of Attorney General.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Sarnia’s Green’s Organic Café is hosting February’s Business After Five event on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at 196 Christina St. North. The event offers a cozy atmosphere with plant-based treats and natural wines, perfect for networking with local business professionals. Chamber members can expand their connections, grow their networks, and build lasting relationships. Bring your business cards for a chance to win a prize. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with others in the Sarnia business community!

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Port Huron police are seeking help finding 55-year-old Samuel Serra, who has been missing for a while. Serra, a 5’7″, 255-pound man with brown hair and eyes, was last in contact with family in December. He previously lived on 15th Street in Port Huron but no longer does. Authorities believe he may be in Macomb, driving a red Chevrolet Monte Carlo with plate 61ACR3. Anyone with information should contact the Port Huron Police Department or use the anonymous C.A.P.T.U.R.E. tip line.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Two people were arrested in connection to the January 28 homicide of 35-year-old Vincent Buckles in Port Huron. On February 12, U.S. Marshals, acting on tips from the Port Huron Major Crimes Unit, arrested a 22-year-old man near Atlanta, Georgia. He’s awaiting extradition to Michigan and faces charges in a double homicide in Detroit from December. The same day, a 36-year-old woman, who had been released earlier in the investigation, was arrested in Lincoln Park. She’s now in St. Clair County Jail.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet