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Handy man accused of stealing from elderly woman, skips pre-trial
FOX 2 - It's the return of the "Handyman from Hell." James Walsh: "I'm done talking." Rob Wolchek: "Okay. Are you gonna go to trial?" James Walsh: "Yes. I never was not going to." Walsh will be in court - and Shamus the bail bondsman is going to make sure...
Man killed Oakland County artist during argument over paint supplies, jury says
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – A man killed an Oakland County artist during an argument over paint supplies, a jury determined. Oakland County prosecutors said Malcolm Otis Draper Jr., 24, of Pontiac, went the home of Anthony Russell Holcomb, 47, of Auburn Hills, around 8 p.m. Dec. 5, 2023. Holcomb,...
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.
20-year-old Detroit man part of moving crew dies after jumping off boat into Oakland County lake
(CBS DETROIT) - A 20-year-old Detroit man drowned while swimming in an Oakland County lake over the weekend, officials said. The man was part of a crew that was helping a resident move. The victim, identified as Marsalis Quintin Carter, allegedly jumped off the side of a pontoon boat into Taylor Lake in Rose Township Saturday morning and did not resurface. The lake is located off Hickory Ridge Road.Carter, who lists residences in Detroit and Tuskegee, Alabama, was pronounced dead after an over 13-hour search, according to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. The search and rescue team was dispatched to the private...
3 arrested following high-speed pursuit reaching 150 MPH through Metro Detroit
DETROIT – Three people have been arrested following a high-speed pursuit through Metro Detroit. The chase occurred on Tuesday (July 23) when Michigan State Police assisted Detroit police with a stolen Dodge Durango which reach top speeds of 150MPH. Troopers and officers attempted to make a traffic stop on...
Owner of Several Leo’s Coney Islands Accused of Fraudulent Wage Practices
The franchise owner who operates several Leo's Coney Island locations in Michigan is being accused of fraudulent wage activity, essentially cheating employees out of money they've earned. Kyriakos 'Ken' Vlahadamis is being investigated by the United States Department of Labor for defying overtime regulations and shortchanging employees for wages they've...
Man charged with recording videos underneath women's dresses at stores
FOX 2 (WJBK) - A 42-year-old man was charged, accused of recording videos underneath women's dresses. Willie Eugene Davis allegedly recorded the videos on his phone of women while they shopped at retail stores in Metro Detroit described as eavesdropping by law enforcement. Davis was arrested on July 17 by...
GoFundMe organized for widowed mother of 6 who lost everything in Garden City house fire
A widowed mother of six is in need of help after fire ripped through her Garden City home, causing the family to lose everything. A GoFundMe page has been organized to help the family recover.
Thieves at large after breaking into Warren Stamping Plant, stealing Jeep Wagoneers
The search is on for a group of suspects who broke into the Warren Stamping Plant and stole brand new Jeep Wagoneers. Authorities believe around 10 juvenile suspects are responsible for the break-in.
Exonerated by a mug shot: Highland Park man freed after 37 years in prison
After nearly 37 years of professing his innocence from prison, losing appeals three times in a row, Paul Clark officially left court Tuesday a free man. The tether was removed. There would be no retrial. The persistent Clark could finally begin a new life with his children, who grew up without him, after convincing...
Southfield police search for 22-year-old woman with cognitive impairment
(CBS DETROIT) — The Southfield Police Department is searching for 22-year-old Crystal Ballard, who was last seen on Monday afternoon.Police said Ballard, who was diagnosed with cognitive impairment and can be aggressive, left her doctor's appointment at about 3 p.m. She was last seen wearing a pink and white tie-dyed shirt, blue denim shorts and white shoes. Ballard is described as 5 feet 10 inches tall, about 150 pounds with long red hair and blue eyes.Anyone with information on Ballard can contact Southfield police at 248-796-5500.
Michigan Sees Alarming Rise in Deadly Car Surfing Trend
Mount Clemens, MI – The Macomb County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is reporting a surge in dangerous car surfing incidents, linked to a viral social media challenge. This reckless activity involves individuals riding on the exterior of moving vehicles, posing severe injury risks. Recently, MCSO responded to three such incidents involving juveniles in New Haven, Shelby Township, and Romeo. The injured parties were hospitalized, and drivers face serious charges. Sheriff Anthony Wickersham urges the community to recognize the extreme dangers and legal repercussions associated with car surfing.
Wayne County community calls for day of peace: "One person can make a difference"
(CBS DETROIT) — Wayne County community members gathered on Monday for a day of peace. Local leaders, clergy members, and law enforcement joined them as they worked to combat senseless violence. "Violence is not a Black, white, gender, or religious issue. It's a human issue," said pastor Ovella Davis, the founder and president of Code 22.Code 22 is a violence reduction initiative in which, on the 22nd of every month, people across Detroit are asked to focus on doing something positive."We ask for citizens to honor the code by wearing white and promoting peace. And this is our way of protesting against...
Man in custody for non-fatal shooting outside Southfield bar
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (FOX 2) - Days after a shooting at a popular bar in Southfield, police have confirmed a man is now in custody and charged with assault with intent to murder after he allegedly shot someone last week. Willam Nunez Jr. was arrested at his home after being identified...
On-Duty EMS Workers Charged with Stealing Mailbox from Bloomfield Hills, MI
Jul. 18—Two former STAR EMS workers are facing federal charges for allegedly stealing a USPS collection box from outside an office building in Bloomfield Hills while on duty. A criminal complaint filed July 16 in U.S. District Court — Eastern District of Michigan alleges Ryan Baugh and Jacob Sandrock...
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