Bay County CrimeStoppers

05/02/2026

Congratulations to the following four students who volunteered more than 50 hours at Ribfest in 2025 with Crimestoppers:
Kaylee Ruediger, Kerrington Appold, Derrick Ahrens and Chayse Sanchez.

03/27/2026

Candi Klemm is still missing. Michigan State Police detectives are still actively investigating, but we need your help! If you know something about Candie's disappearance, please call Crime Stoppers at 800-422-JAIL to remain anonymous.

03/27/2026

03/24/2026

Public assistance needed in an armed robbery…

03/03/2026

Michigan State Police is reporting Candie Klemm is still missing.

A candlelight vigil is being held for Candie Klemm. The vigil will take place on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 6 p.m. at Pinconning Park located at 3041 E Pinconning Rd, Pinconning, MI.

Please call MSP at 989-495-5555 or Crime Stoppers at 800-422-JAIL (5245) if you know anything about her disappearance.

02/20/2026

Bay County Crime Stoppers is offering up to $2500 for information leading to the whereabouts of Candie Klemm.

02/13/2026

State Police Need Your Help

BAY COUNTY, MI. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Tri-City Post is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 36-year-old Candie Klemm of Pinconning. Klemm was last seen in the Pinconning, Michigan area on December 18, 2025.

Klemm is described as a white female, 5’0”, with brown hair, hazel eyes, and glasses.

Anyone who has had contact with Klemm, or has seen her since December 18, 2025, or knows her current whereabouts is asked to contact the Michigan State Police Tri-City Post at 989-495-5555.

02/10/2026

01/10/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: January 10, 2026
SHOOTING VICTIM DIES

BAY CITY, MICH. – On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 0901 hours, doctors declared 39-year-old shooting victim Shane Gontko dead. Mr. Gontko was shot during an altercation at a residence in the 1000 block of Center Avenue on January 7, 2026. Three male family members of the victim have been arrested in connection with the incident. The incident has been referred to the Bay County Prosecutor’s Office.

If you have any information about this incident, please contact the Bay City Department of Public Safety at 989-892-8571 or call the non-emergency number for Bay County Central Dispatch at 989-892-9551. You can also provide information anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-422-JAIL (5245), downloading the P3 mobile app, or visiting P3Tips.com. Additionally, photos and videos can be uploaded through the app or on the website.

The Bay City Department of Public Safety provides 24-hour law enforcement, fire protection, and emergency medical services. Our dedicated team, which includes sworn officers, civilian staff, and volunteers, is committed to delivering the highest quality public safety services to the citizens of Bay City and all visitors to our community.

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01/09/2026

Thank you to the dedicated men and women who keep us safe on the frontlines,risking your personal lives, as well as behind the scenes. We appreciate you each and every day!