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'There is Overwhelming Evidence that Michael Jackson-Bolanos Took Our Beloved Samantha’s life'
The family of slain Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll responded Thursday after a Wayne County Circuit Court jury found defendant Michael Jackson-Bolanos not guilty of first-degree premeditated murder or second-degree murder, but deadlocked on charges of felony murder and home invasion. He was convicted on a charge of concealing facts or misleading police, which carries a maximum penalty of two years in prison.
Shots fired during attempted robbery at Chevy dealership in Eastpointe; one of three dealers targeted overnight
Metro Detroit-area auto dealerships are increasingly becoming the targets of thieves, with three of them hit on Thursday. WWJ’s Charlie Langton reports all three happened within a few hours.
Man killed in drive-by shooting on Detroit’s east side
DETROIT – A man in his 20s has been shot and killed while sitting on his front porch on Detroit’s east side. The drive-by shooting occurred in the 19900 block of Omira Street on Thursday (July 18) afternoon. Officials say a blue sedan drove by, and the passenger...
Speeding SUV blows through red light on Michigan Avenue, killing pickup driver
DEARBORN, Mich. – A speeding SUV blew through a red light on Michigan Avenue and killed a woman who was driving a pickup truck, officials said. The crash happened at 7:59 a.m. Friday, July 19, 2024, at Michigan Avenue and Nowlin Street in Dearborn. Officials said a 26-year-old Taylor...
The 4 Leo’s Coney Island branches run by man who shredded workers’ overtime cards
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – Four Leo’s Coney Island branches in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties are owned by a man accused of shredding the time cards that included his workers’ overtime hours. The United States Department of Labor announced the accusations against Kyriakos “Ken” Vlahadamis, the operator...
Family still seeking answers more than a year after man’s remains found in Detroit
DETROIT – A family is still seeking answers more than a year after a man’s remains were found in Detroit. Rickey Owens was reported missing in July 2022. His skeletal remains were discovered on Feb. 9, 2023, in the area of South Crossley and Gould streets in Detroit.
14-Year-Old Drives BMW Through Showroom Window During 8-Dealership Crime Spree
A crew of car thieves hitting dealerships in the Detroit Metro Area made off with a pricy luxury car by blasting through the showroom window last week. The good news? The thieves are potentially down one member; a 14-year-old boy now in police custody. Suggested Reading. Learn How BMW Names...
Detroit-Area Man Armed with Axe and Revolver Fatally Shot in Home Invasion, Stepson Acts in Defense
In a fatal confrontation in Orion Township yesterday morning, a man who aimed to harm his ex-girlfriend was shot and killed by the woman's stepson. According to CBS News Detroit, the encounter happened just after 10 a.m. at a residence on Elkhorn Lake Road. Sheriff Michael Bouchard informed that the stepson acted in defense as Galen Gavitt, 67, broke into the house wielding an axe and a revolver.
Thieves steal Eastpointe woman's livelihood by taking her food trailer from right outside her home
EASTPOINTE, Mich. (WXYZ) — An Eastpointe woman was in tears after her food trailer and Hummer were stolen right outside her home. Angela asked 7 News Detroit reporter Faraz Javed for help, and he went to hear her story. "Angela, how long have you been living in this neighborhood...
Man with dementia stabs wife, grandson and himself in Sterling Heights
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. (FOX 2) - A 74-year-old man with dementia attacked his wife with a knife after he was awoken by her, according to police. When his grandson interfered, the suspect stabbed him and then later turned the knife on himself. The attack took place around 7:20 p.m. Thursday,...
Detroit family living in fear after home targeted by gunfire several times
DETROIT (FOX 2) - A Detroit woman says her house has been shot up three times over the last few months. She and her family are now terrified, searching for answers. So far, the victims say they haven’t gotten much help from police. Bullet holes can be seen in...
Woman speaks out after rushing friend to hospital following Detroit gas station shooting
(CBS DETROIT) - A man suffering from a mental health crisis shot three people, including a pregnant woman, at a Detroit gas station Monday night. "I never thought that would occur, it's kind of like I lived through one of my biggest fears, but it's like not me seeing it, me actually being in it," Toshiya Bean told CBS News Detroit.Bean has been reflecting for the past 48 hours. On Monday night, she ran into the gas station on Gratiot Avenue near Van Dyke Avenue to grab a few snacks for herself and her friends. Seconds later, it...
Girl, 3, dies after being hit by school bus
HAMTRAMCK, MI -- A 3-year-old girl died after she was hit by a school bus in Hamtramck. According to the Hamtramck Police Department, the incident occurred on Burger Street between Fleming Street and Mackay Street at 3:06 p.m. on Tuesday. Officers responded to the scene and found the child, who...
Harper Woods man pleads guilty for owing more than $60,000 in child support
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office said John David Amey, age 49, pled guilty Monday in Macomb County Circuit Court for failing to pay his child support on his three minor children. In February of 2017, Amey was ordered by Macomb County Circuit Court Judge Mark Switalski to pay $1,661.00...
Police searching for suspect who fired shots at female victim after armed encounter at Detroit gas station [PHOTOS]
Detroit Police have released photos of a suspect in a shooting after an encounter at a gas station last week on the city’s east side. Investigators need tips to identify him.
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