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Phillip Preston Williams

United States · Aged 35 · Died 04/02/2000
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Howard City police called Montcalm County sheriff's deputies and state police at 1:45 a.m. to help arrest Phillip Preston Williams, who was reportedly wanted for a parole violation, at Kenyon's Kolony in Howard City. Two troopers arrived at the bar and saw Williams get into a car. A short chase ensued until Williams stopped the car after about three blocks. Williams allegedly got out with a shotgun and shot at the troopers, who returned fire. Williams was pronounced dead at the scene.

Alleged responsible partyMichigan State Police, Cass County Sheriff's OfficeReported by the cited sources. “Alleged” is used pending verification.

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