Crime & Safety
Michigan Cold Case: Father Shot Dead Outside Apartment, No Arrest
Comstock Township, MI – Nearly one year after a 35 year old father was shot and killed outside his apartment in southwest Michigan, investigators are renewing their appeal for information that could h
By Mara Ellison · 2026-11-02T20:08:46.273Z
Comstock Township, MI – Nearly one year after a 35 year old father was shot and killed outside his apartment in southwest Michigan, investigators are renewing their appeal for information that could help identify the person responsible and bring answers to a grieving family.
According to the Kalamazoo County Sheriff 's Office, Joshua Russcher was fatally shot Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, outside his apartment at Comstock Village Apartments in Comstock Township, just east of Kalamazoo.
As the first anniversary of his death approaches this Saturday, Nov. 7, authorities are reminding the public that the homicide investigation remains open.
Investigators have not announced an arrest in connection with Russcher's death , and detectives continue pursuing leads that could help establish what happened.
In a public statement released Monday, Nov. 2, the Sheriff's Office described Russcher as a loving son and father whose family continues to grieve his loss.
His loved ones are still seeking justice, answers and closure nearly 12 months after the deadly shooting.
The department emphasized that the case has not been forgotten and that investigators remain committed to finding the person responsible.
Authorities are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who was at Comstock Village Apartments the night Russcher was killed.
Detectives are asking witnesses who saw or heard anything suspicious to come forward , even if they believe the information may be insignificant.
The Sheriff's Office has not publicly identified a suspect or released additional details about a possible motive in its latest appeal.
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact the Kalamazoo County Sheriff's Office at 269 383 8725 or submit information through Silent Observer.
Investigators stressed that even a seemingly minor detail could help move the case forward.
With the anniversary approaching, authorities are asking residents to share the appeal in hopes of reaching someone who may hold information critical to solving Russcher's homicide.
The investigation remains active.