Drunken Midnight Mayhem: Saginaw Man Faces Felony Charges After Firing Gun in Residential Neighborhood

SAGINAW, MI – A terrifying late-night incident shattered the peace of a Saginaw Township neighborhood recently, when a local man, allegedly heavily intoxicated, discharged a firearm multiple times. The startling event led to his swift arrest and a litany of serious felony charges.

Authorities identified the individual as 45-year-old Christopher Allen Catterfeld of Saginaw.

The alarming episode unfolded around 1:30 a.m. on a Sunday morning, when residents in the 2200 block of Hemmeter Road, near Mackinaw Road, were jolted awake by the unmistakable sound of multiple gunshots echoing through the quiet streets.

Saginaw County Sheriff’s Office deputies were quick to respond to the "shots fired" call.

Upon arrival, the scene painted a clear picture of the recent chaos: spent shell casings were discovered, indicating that a weapon had indeed been discharged in the residential area. The immediate priority was locating the shooter and ensuring the safety of the community.

Investigators, acting on information, were able to track Catterfeld to a nearby residence.

Fortunately, the suspect was located and reportedly cooperated with the deputies. During the encounter, Catterfeld allegedly admitted to firing the handgun. Police recovered a Glock .40-caliber handgun, believed to be the weapon used in the reckless act.

The severity of the situation escalated as deputies uncovered Catterfeld’s criminal history.

Due to prior felony convictions, he is legally prohibited from possessing any firearms. This key detail led to additional and more severe charges being filed against him.

Catterfeld was subsequently arraigned in Saginaw County District Court, where he faced a trio of grave charges: discharge of a firearm from a vehicle/dwelling, being a felon in possession of a firearm, and felony firearm.

The combination of these charges highlights the serious nature of the incident and the potential legal repercussions he now faces.

District Judge David D. Hoffman set Catterfeld’s bond at $10,000 cash/surety, mandating that he wear a GPS tether if released. He is scheduled to appear in court again for a preliminary examination on September 19, 2025, where more details regarding the incident will likely emerge.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by the irresponsible handling of firearms, especially when combined with extreme intoxication, in populated areas.