On a tragic autumn day in Saginaw, Michigan, the life of Shlindrill Bonita Lewis was cut short. On Thursday, October 26, 2017, the 54-year-old woman was fatally shot while sitting inside a vehicle on Capehart Street. The Saginaw Police Department and Michigan State Police immediately began investigating her death as a homicide.
In the wake of this violent act, law enforcement appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the apprehension of the person or persons responsible for this crime. A call for tips was made through Crime Stoppers, urging community members to come forward with any knowledge they might have about the shooting. To date, there have been no publicly announced arrests or identification of any suspects in connection with her murder. The case remains an open investigation, leaving her family and community searching for answers and justice.
Shlindrill, born on September 20, 1963, in Mobile, Alabama, was a beloved mother, grandmother, and wife. She had dedicated her life to her family and her work as a caregiver at Brookdale Senior Living after attending Ross Medical School. A devout member of the New Generation Apostolic Church, she was known for her faith and her love for life. Her sudden and violent death left a void in the lives of her loved ones and the Saginaw community.
