Bruce Township
CRIME & SAFETY
Wrong way I-69 crash results in critical injuries
A head-on collision last night on I-69 in Capac resulting in critical injuries to a wrong-way driver. Police were called on reports of light-colored sedan driving in the wrong direction on Westbound I-69 near the Capac Road exit began coming in just before 10 pm. A short time later, the vehicle reportedly collided with a pick-up truck hauling a recreation trailer, east of the exit. The driver of the sedan was extricated by local fire crews and airlifted to an Ann Arbor area hospital with reports of serious injuries to both legs. They were last known to be in critical condition. The truck’s driver declined on-site medical treatment. The crash forced a closure of westbound I-69 and one lane of the eastbound span during rescue, clean-up, and investigation.
Macomb County authorities warn against dangerous 'car surfing' trend, after child suffers skull fracture and brain bleed
Macomb County authorities are out with a warning about an “incredibly dangerous” new social media challenge that could be deadly for the young people who take part.
Abducted Individual Rescued in Memphis After Police Chase Ends in Crash, Suspect Detained
A tense episode in Memphis culminated with the rescue of an abducted individual Friday evening after a vehicle pursuit ended in a dramatic crash. According to Action News 5, the Memphis Police Department located the vehicle involved in the abduction at approximately 5:48 p.m., containing the abducted party. The suspect's...
Three Suspects Charged After Alleged Assault on Memphis Officer and High-Speed Chase
Following a tense confrontation with law enforcement, three men face multiple charges for their alleged involvement in firing a shot at a Memphis Police officer and other criminal activities. The individuals, identified as 18-year-old Antonio Bland, 19-year-old Tyreone Flemmons, and 21-year-old Timothy Turner, were charged after a series of events that started with a vehicle pursuit and escalated to an exchange of gunfire, as reported by WREG.com.
Chesterfield Twp. police looking for suicidal teen who ran from them
Chesterfield Township police spent much of Monday searching the community as they look for a missing juvenile who may be suicidal. Investigators say Christopher Nanovski, 15, last seen in the area of 23 Mile Road and DW Seaton Drive. The teen was described as being “out of control,” according to a 911 caller.
Michigan man killed after thrown from motorcycle into traffic sign during crash
(CBS DETROIT) - A 39-year-old Oakland County man was killed in a motorcycle accident over the weekend, officials said. The incident happened at 2:42 a.m. on Saturday on Woodward Avenue at Osman Street in Pontiac.Authorities say the Waterford Township man was traveling north on Woodward Avenue while operating a 2010 Harley Davidson motorcycle.The man failed to negotiate a curve, and the motorcycle left the roadway. He was then thrown from the motorcycle and struck a traffic sign. He was taken to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries. The man allegedly was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. In addition, it is unknown if alcohol was a factor in this crash. The man's identity is being withheld pending next of kin, authorities said.
Sterling Heights police help find 80-year-old with dementia lost in woods
Sterling Heights police officers rescued an 80-year-old man with dementia who was lost in the woods for nearly 2 hours. On July 17th, 2024 at 6:30 am, officers were dispatched to 34126 block of Colonial Dr. for a missing Person (Thomas). Dispatch advised that Thomas was 80 years old and...
Macomb County Prosecutor's Office using text messages, AI videos to reach crime victims
Text message reminders and the use of artificial intelligence is becoming more common in all types of workplaces, and the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office is jumping in — to help victims of crime. The office announced it is starting to use text messages to send court hearing reminders, complete...
Crime Survivors for Safety and Justice plan march on Washington
Survivors of violent crime had a meeting in Detroit to advocate for themselves and have a larger march planned in Washington this September. The non-partisan group works to pass bills to protect victim rights. The group includes survivors of gun violence, sexual assault, and domestic violence. The national network promotes...
Oakland County man killed after motorcycle accident in Pontiac
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich.— A Waterford Township man was fatally injured after he hit a traffic sign while operating his motorcycle. A 39-year-old man was killed early Saturday morning when the motorcycle he was driving left the roadway and hit a traffic sign in Pontiac. The incident happened around 2:42...
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