Verbal argument turns phsicial and results in Marcellus man being shot

Published 10:35 am Sunday, January 21, 2024

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MARCELLUS — A verbal dispute that turned physical resulted in a 24-year-old Marcellus resident being shot multiple times in the Village of Marcellus Saturday night.

According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to investigate a shooting in the 200 block of E. North Street in Marcellus at approximately 7:30 p.m.

Investigation showed that two male roommates were having a verbal argument when the argument turned physical. One roommate, a 23-year-old male, pulled a handgun and shot the other roommate multiple times.

Brandon James Clark, 24, of Marcellus, was transported to Bronson Trauma for his injuries.

The 23-year-old male was arrested and lodged at the Cass County Jail.

The suspect’s name is being withheld pending arraignment in the 4th District Court.

This investigation is ongoing at this time. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to call the Cass County Sheriff’s Office.

Assisting agencies included Marcellus Ambulance and Marcellus Fire Department.