Suncor Energy reported a second hydrocarbon leak at its Sarnia refinery on April 2nd, just days after a crude oil spill in the St. Clair River. The company quickly responded, identifying the source and deploying equipment like booms and vacuum units to contain the spill and monitor air quality. The exact type and amount of hydrocarbon released haven’t been disclosed, and it’s unclear if it reached the river. This follows a March 27th spill. No advisories have been issued for the latest incident.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

The St. Clair County Drug Task Force continues its efforts to protect the community. Officers raided a home on Griswold Street after investigating methamphetamine sales. They found drugs, ammunition, AR magazines, and even 3D-printed gun parts. Matthew Wickings, 41, of Kimball Township, was arrested and faces serious felony charges, including meth possession with intent to deliver. In addition, a traffic stop on Wadhams Road led to another meth arrest. A 34-year-old Flint man was caught with nearly 60 grams of meth.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A crash in Casco Township on Saturday, just before 10:30 PM, left a 17-year-old female from Richmond critically injured. She was driving a Jeep Cherokee eastbound on Division Rd when she failed to yield at Gratiot Ave, colliding with a southbound Ford F150. The impact trapped her in the vehicle, and she was rushed to McLaren Macomb hospital. The 32-year-old driver of the Ford and her passengers, a 39-year-old man and 2-year-old girl, were unharmed. No signs of alcohol, drugs, or speed were found.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet