Trooper Butterfield

Murder suspect charged with homicide, denied bond

September 13, 2013
Murder suspect charged with homicide, denied bond

LUDINGTON – Eric John Knysz, 19, 1844 10 Mile Road, Luther, Lake County, faces a life sentence for the murder of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield. Knysz was arraigned this afternoon in front of Patricia Baker, magistrate of the 79th District Court. The arraignment took place over video monitors, with Knysz at the Mason County Jail and the proceedings…

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Emergency personnel will hold funeral procession from Ludington to Manistee

September 13, 2013

LUDINGTON — Law enforcement and fire/rescue agencies from Mason County and neighboring counties will hold a procession Saturday morning, en-route to the funeral of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield in Manistee. Sheriff Kim Cole said personnel will meet at the Mason County Sheriff’s Office at 9:30 a.m. for a uniform inspection. The procession will then travel to the Home…

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In 158 years, 4 law enforcement officers have died on duty in Mason Co

September 13, 2013
In 158 years, 4 law enforcement officers have died on duty in Mason Co

Mason County has been in existence since 1855. In that time, four law enforcement officers have died while on duty in the county. They include Ludington Police Officer Arlo Slagle, Mason County Sheriff’s Deputy Max Leonard Altman, Manistee County Sheriff’s Deputy Robin Ann Arnold and, just this week, Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield. – Patrolman Slagle was shot and…

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Governor will attend trooper’s funeral

September 13, 2013

MANISTEE — Governor Rick Snyder will attend the funeral of Michigan State Police trooper Paul Butterfield, who was murdered Monday during a traffic stop. Mlive.com reported Press Secretary Sara Wurfel confirmed Snyder will be in attendance. “The Governor is honored to be able to help recognize the service and sacrifice of Trooper Butterfield and pay respects to his family and…

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Alleged shooter of trooper having surgery; arraignment delayed

September 12, 2013
Alleged shooter of trooper having surgery; arraignment delayed

LUDINGTON — Eric John Knysz, 19, the man who will be charged for the murder of Michigan State Police Trooper Paul Butterfield, is having additional surgery today, according to Mason County Prosecutor Paul Spaniola. For that reason, Knysz will not be arraigned, as originally planned. Knysz is accused of murdering the trooper during a routine traffic stop Monday on North…

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