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Kalen Lesean Mathews

Case from Lansing, MI dated May 06, 2022

Victim Details

Kalen Lesean Mathews

Male

White / Caucasian

Lansing

MI

2022-05-06

19

Kalen

Lesean Mathews

06/21/2026

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In Lansing, Michigan, the life of 19-year-old Kalen Lesean Mathews was tragically cut short on May 6, 2022, due to gun violence. The young man, who aspired to a career in law enforcement and was known for his volunteer work, was fatally shot in what became a complex homicide investigation.

Two individuals, Isaiah Cruz and Camren Bapp, were later identified as suspects and arrested in connection with Mathews' death. The investigation led to charges being filed against both men, setting the ...
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  • Lansing State Journal: 19-year-old killed in Lansing loved 'doing the right things,' planned to join Air Force
  • WLNS 6 News: Victim identified in overnight Lansing shooting
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    I'm still trying to make sense of what happened to Kalen Mathews. It's deeply unsettling to think ab... ...Read More
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