On the morning of February 16, 2026, the city of Saginaw, Michigan, was rattled by a fatal shooting that claimed the life of 31-year-old Alonzo Nickleberry Jr. The incident unfolded in the 2000 block of Fairfax Street, where police responded to reports of gunfire shortly before 9:00 a.m. Upon their arrival, officers discovered Nickleberry inside a red vehicle, suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene by the officers until paramedics arrived. Despite their efforts, Alonzo Nickleberry Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene. The Saginaw Police Department, with assistance from the Michigan State Police, immediately launched a homicide investigation into the shooting.
Detectives are actively working the case by interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, and reviewing any available surveillance footage in the area. At this time, authorities have not released any information regarding a possible suspect or a motive for the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing, and no arrests have been announced in connection with the death of Alonzo Nickleberry Jr. Law enforcement has made a public appeal for anyone with information to come forward and contact the Saginaw Police Department or to provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
