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Single mom killed in crash during Warren police chase
WARREN, Mich. (FOX 2) - A 42-year-old single mother of two was killed during a Warren police chase on Saturday. She was a passenger in an SUV that was struck by the car that was speeding away from police. The chase, which began in Warren, came to an end with...
Another victim in Detroit-area splash pad shooting released from hospital
(CBS DETROIT) - Another victim in the Rochester Hills splash pad shooting has been released from the hospital, the Oakland County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday.Authorities said the 30-year-old from Rochester Hills "is home resting comfortably after spending more than two weeks in the hospital," according to a news release. The sheriff's office said one more person, a 39-year-old woman, remains in the hospital for serious injuries. The woman's 8-year-old son, who suffered a gunshot wound to the head, was released on Friday. A 4-year-old boy, three men, ages 31, 42, and 78, and two women, ages 37 and 39, were also...
Video: Wayne County Judge Busted With Gun at Airport Could Face New Charge
Wayne County Judge Cylenthia Miller who was busted in June for bringing a loaded firearm through security at Detroit Metro Airport could face an additional charge over the weapon not being registered, WXYZ reports. In June, Judge Cylenthia Miller brought a .380 caliber Smith & Wesson firearm to the airport...
Michigan Woman Who Drove Into Boat Club Killing 2 Kids Was Twice The Legal Limit
On April 20, 2024, 66-year-old Marshella Chidester drove her SUV into the Swan Boat Club in Newport, Michigan during a childs birthday party. The crash killed two young siblings, 8-year-old Alanah Phillips and 4-year-old Zayn Phillips, and injured 11 others. Chidester now faces multiple charges, including two counts of second-degree...
More than 20 shots fired between people in two cars on 8 Mile near Mound Tuesday morning; Warren Police investigating
Warren Police detectives are investigating after more than 20 shots were fired between people in two cars along 8 Mile Road near Mound Rd., Tuesday morning.
Police searching for female suspects after Detroit beauty supply store employee is attacked while recording alleged shoplifters [PHOTOS]
Investigators with the Detroit Police Department are hoping a tip from the public will help them track down a couple of suspects in a theft and assault case.
Man's body recovered from Harris Lake in Pontiac
PONTIAC, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a man's body was recovered from Harris Lake in Pontiac.Steve Huber, public information officer for the sheriff's office, said authorities were at the lake on Tuesday after they were alerted about the body at 12:30 p.m. Huber told CBS News Detroit that the 38-year-old man was believed to be homeless and they were working to notify the family.It was unclear if the man accidentally drowned or if there was foul play.An autopsy is set for Wednesday.The sheriff's office did not release any additional information.
Michigan woman, dog die in Oakland County house fire
(CBS DETROIT) - A 37-year-old Michigan woman and her dog died in a house fire Sunday, officials said.Authorities received a call from an acquaintance of Lakeisha Arnae Moton of Pontiac, who reported that she wasn't getting a response when she tried to get in contact with Moton. Oakland County deputies and Waterford fire officials responded to Moton's home in the 600 block of Raskob just after 1 p.m.When they arrived, they found a fresh layer of soot covering the home, and they found Moton lying unresponsive in the hallway of the single-story home. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities also say the fire likely began in the home's kitchen. A dog was in a kennel inside the house at the time of the fire and also died. An autopsy revealed that smoke inhalation was the cause of death and that the manner of her death was accidental.
Domestic violence suspect, victim stabbed while fighting for knife in Royal Oak Township home
ROYAL OAK TOWNSHIP, Mich. (FOX 2) - Both a domestic violence victim and suspect suffered stab wounds while fighting for a knife inside a Royal Oak Township home on Sunday afternoon. According to Michigan State Police, the victim was being strangled at the home in the 2100 block of Wyoming...
Detroit man convicted in 2021 Facebook Marketplace murder
Prosecutors said Devontae Long shot and killed the man who drove from his Louisville home to Detroit to buy a pull-behind vehicle trailer from Long. Long had pre-arranged the meeting with the victim via Facebook Marketplace.
Oakland County Sheriff Bouchard speaks in wake of recent violent incidents
Metro Detroit has been hit with a string of violent incidents. From Oakland County Deputy Brad Reckling being killed in the line of duty to the mass shooting at a splash pad in Rochester.
Detroit-area couple stab each other during domestic struggle after man allegedly strangles woman
(CBS DETROIT) - A Detroit-area couple received stab wounds during a struggle that ensued after a woman fought to free herself after a man strangled her, police said. At 4 p.m. on Sunday, officers responded to the 21000 block of Wyoming St. in Royal Oak Township after receiving a report of an assault that involved a knife. When they arrived, they saw a 36-year-old man walking away from the house covered in blood. He was taken to a local hospital. An investigation revealed that the man assaulted the woman inside the home, and she had fought to get free as she was being...
Man arrested for allegedly exposing himself to women at Macomb County Target store
(CBS DETROIT) - A man is accused of "fully" exposing himself to shoppers at a Detroit-area Target store last week, police said. At about 9:28 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, officers were at the Target store in Shelby Township for an unrelated call when a manager notified them about a man, Dequan Walker Jr., who was making shoppers uncomfortable by possibly exposing himself. When police questioned Walker, he denied the allegations of inappropriate behavior, and store employees were unable to pull up surveillance video for officers to review. The next day, the store contacted police and said they now had access to video...
Grandfather of girl who lost hand in explosion could still face federal charges
River Rouge Police were surprised the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office declined to bring charges against the man they said left an illegal explosive where his granddaughters could get to it.
Alleged tattoo studio shooter was suspect in 2009 Oakland County murder
HOWELL — The Daily has confirmed Jeremy Michael Heath, 48, who faces open murder charges for a shooting at Metro Studios Ink in downtown Howell, was also a suspect in a high-profile Oakland County murder in 2009. The open murder charge was announced by the Howell Police Department on Tuesday, July 2, joining charges of carrying a dangerous weapon with unlawful intent, felony firearm and carrying a concealed weapon. Heath was arraigned on those charges Monday. ...
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