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CBS News
3 hours ago
- CBS News
Two dead, two others injured, after vehicle strikes furniture building in Detroit
Two people are dead, and two others injured, in the aftermath of a crash into a furniture building on Detroit's east side. The crash was reported about 1:45 a.m. Wednesday in the area of Gratiot Avenue and French Road. Detroit Police Department said two of the victims were pronounced dead at the scene. One of the injured people is listed in critical condition at an area hospital. All four in the vehicle were adults. The impact created a large hole on the side of the building. Detroit Police Department's Fatal Squad Unit is handling the investigation.
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
6-year-old boy killed after being hit by stray bullet in home on Detroit's east side
Detroit police are seeking those involved in a shooting incident after a stray bullet struck a home and fatally wounded a child who was inside. The department is treating the case as a homicide investigation. "Unfortunately, when shots are fired in a residential neighborhood, you don't know where it's going to end," Police Chief Todd Bettison said during a news conference Sunday night from the neighborhood. The shooting happened about 9 p.m. in the area of Anglin Street near Stender Avenue. This happens to be a ShotSpotter area, a gunshot detection system that can alert police to the sound of gunfire. Because of that technology, Bettison said, officers were already en route to investigate the situation when a 911 call was placed regarding the bullet strike to the child. Officers were at the home in about 30 seconds, he said. Officers found shell casings in the area and a lead on a possible vehicle description. It is possible, Bettison said, that other people were injured as a result of the Sunday night shooting. He asked the community to be on the lookout for anyone who appears to have unexplained gunshot wounds and send in any tips they may have on the incident. "Citizens of Detroit do not tolerate this, especially when it comes to babies, young people being shot. So I'm pretty sure the tips will start to flow immediately," Bettison said. Police said a red-colored Jeep may be one of the vehicles involved in the shooting. A $5,000 reward has been posted for information that "moves the investigation forward," a report said. Additional details are at the website.
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
One man killed, three women injured, during shooting at Detroit gas station
Four people were shot – one fatally – during a shooting at a gas station early Monday in Detroit. The shooting happened about 4 a.m. inside the Marathon gas station at 3344 Puritan Avenue, Detroit Police said. A man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene. The injured were three women in their 20s and 30s; one of whom was treated at the scene. The other two women were taken to a hospital, their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Police believe this is an isolated incident and the shooter acted alone. Officers are asking the suspect to turn themselves in. Anyone with tips to share with police can contact Crime Stoppers at 800-SPEAK-UP. The victims' names and other details have not been released. This is a breaking news story. CBS Detroit will update as additional information becomes available.
CBS News
3 days ago
- CBS News
Detroit police emphasizing city curfew after car fires, alleged accidental shooting
Detroit police are reinforcing their message to residents and parents that all teenagers need to be off the streets before the city's curfew as police investigate two incidents — an alleged accidental shooting and car fires at two auto body shops. "It's just something that can be controlled, you know, the parents need to step up and take responsibility," Commander John Svec with the Detroit Police Department said. Around 11:30 p.m. Friday, officers were called to the hospital for a report of a 15-year-old shot themselves in the hand, according to police. That teenager was given a ticket for a curfew violation, and his parents were given a ticket for parental responsibility. "His parents didn't know who he was with, how he got access to a firearm. He's a young man who shouldn't have been on the streets, and he definitely shouldn't have been handling a weapon," Svec said. At 1 a.m. on Saturday, police say a 13-year-old boy was responsible for damaging four vehicles with fire at two different auto collision shops on the city's west side. Captain Marcus Thirkill said that, while police are still investigating the fires, this would've never happened if families had followed the city's curfew. "We understand, I understand as a father, it's not easy knowing where your kid is at all times, but we're really asking parents to hone in, to know the location of your kids after curfew hours," Thirkill said. Since July 8, there have been over 140 juvenile curfew violations, police said. Officials are reiterating that anyone 15 years old or younger needs to be off city streets by 10 p.m., and anyone between the ages of 16 and 17 by 11 p.m.
CBS News
4 days ago
- CBS News
Teen arrested after 4 vehicle fires at 2 auto body shops on Detroit's west side
A 13-year-old boy is in custody after police on Detroit's west side found four vehicles that were damaged by fires at two different auto collision shops early Saturday, according to police. Officers were on patrol in the area of Greenfield and Schoolcraft roads around 1 a.m. when they noticed a fire at one of the collision shops. Police arrested the boy after speaking to a citizen and reviewing surveillance footage from a nearby business. He was taken into custody after attempting to run from the scene. City officials and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are investigating the fires. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 1-800-773-2587 or the Detroit Police Department at 313-267-4600. Police are asking parents in Detroit to make sure kids are following the city code regarding curfews. Anyone 15 years old or younger needs to be off city streets by 10 p.m., and anyone between the ages of 16 and 17 by 11 p.m., officials said. Parents of kids who violate the code will be given a citation. "We understand, I understand as a father, it's not easy knowing where your kid is at all times," Captain Marcus Thirkill with the Detroit Police Department said, "but we're really asking parents to hone in, to know the location of your kids after curfew hours." Earlier this month, CBS News Detroit learned Mayor Mike Duggan's office wants to increase the amount of money parents are fined if their child is arrested. Right now, a first-time offense only carries a fine of $75. If approved by City Council, Duggan wants to increase that amount to $250.
