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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...
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...
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...
Man found guilty in 2022 shooting death of 18-year-old in Washington Township
TOLEDO, Ohio — A man was found guilty of murder in the 2022 shooting death of an 18-year-old in Washington Township. Antonio Hernandez Jr., 18, was found guilty of one count of murder, one count of felonious assault and a gun specification. He was found not guilty of an additional count of murder.
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...
Man accused of kidnapping and killing a two-year-old girl pleads guilty
LANSING, Mich. (WJRT) -The man accused of kidnapping and killing two-year-old Wynter Cole-Smith has pleaded guilty. According to the attorney general's office, 27-year-old Rashad Mallek Trice pled guilty to one count of first-degree murder and first-degree criminal sexual conduct. On July 2, 2023, Trice sexually assaulted and stabbed his former...
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.
Man involved in Howell tattoo shop shooting faces multiple charges
HOWELL, Mich. – Jeremy Michael Heath, 48, of Clarkston, was arraigned in the 53rd District Court in Howell on three counts in connection with a tattoo shop shooting. The shooting occurred on Friday (June 28) at 5:30 p.m. in the 104 block of West Grand River Avenue when 46-year-old Sean Thompson was making threats at Metro Studios Ink.
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.
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...
Sterling Heights police ramp up patrols ahead of Independence Day weekend
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) - As Metro Detroiters gear up to celebrate Independence Day, local law enforcement, including the Sterling Heights Police Department, are stepping up patrols on the roads."We're looking for any violation. If it's someone drinking or driving and coming from a party, we're looking for the driving, the bad habits…them going over a curb, them swerving in a lane," said Sterling Heights Capt. Mario Bastinelli.Bastinelli says the city will see an abundance of extra officers on duty the next several days."We're going to be out on patrol, we're going to be in the subs, driving on the...
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.
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. ...
‘Zero-tolerance approach’ -- Metro Detroit to see enhanced police presence enforcing firework safety
STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – The clock is ticking to Independence Day and ahead of all the family fun, police are reminding everyone to stay safe when lighting fireworks. ---> Warn your dogs: Michigan’s legal fireworks window opens today -- what to know about the law. You’ve probably already...
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