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CBS News
6 days ago
- General
- CBS News
Man found shot to death at Jayne Field in Hamtramck
The man who was fatally shot Sunday night at Jayne Field in Hamtramck, Michigan, has been identified as Abdul Ahad. Three others were injured in the incident, and the police investigation continues. "Abdul was a beloved member of our team who gave his time, energy and heart to serve the community," the Asian & Pacific Islander American Vote Michigan organization said in a statement. "He helped register hundreds of voters during this past election cycle, tirelessly distributed food packages to families in need, and was always ready to show up when the community needed him." The series of events related by Detroit Police included one person fatally shot and another person injured in a shooting, along with a third victim stabbed and a fourth victim struck by a vehicle. Jayne Field in Hamtramck, near Conant and Davison streets, is part of the City of Detroit's park system. No arrests have been announced in the case. Police ask that anyone with information on the circumstances contact the Detroit police's 11th precinct at 313-596-1140 or Crime Stoppers at 800-SPEAK UP. The above video aired on May 26, 2025.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
World War II veteran from Hamtramck remembered for heroism under enemy fire
On this Memorial Day we salute the sacrifice of a Hamtramck man who served in World War II who was awarded the Medal of Honor for actions performed before he was killed during that war.
CBS News
24-05-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Hamtramck city leaders clash at special meeting after police chief's suspension
Friday's special meeting in Hamtramck was packed as allegations continue to swirl concerning city leaders after the suspension of Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri. Friday's emergency meeting was believed to be whether City Manager Max Garbarino would be terminated. Garbarino believed the special meeting was in retaliation for the pending city investigations. The meeting came two days after Garbarino confirmed that Altaheri and an officer were put on administrative leave. Before the meeting, Garbarino said he had been sent credible evidence of serious allegations involving city leaders. He said he has taken "appropriate and responsible steps to address credible allegations of illegal and unethical conduct within our police department and among elected officials." "We went to hire an outside company to do a very decisive and fair, and factual process with this. It's a very common practice to do this," Garbarino told CBS News Detroit Friday evening. No vote was taken during Friday's meeting. Garbarino urged the council not to terminate him and "let the investigation take its course." Hamtramck Mayor Amer Ghalib said his goal is to make the pending city investigation as fair as possible. "I have to make sure everything should be investigated, not just the allegation from one side. Because the other side has a lot to say. We have to include that," Ghalib said. During the two-hour meeting, dozens of citizens stood up for the city manager or the police chief. Some said it was embarrassing that the city was engulfed in much drama. "Y'all are shameful, we deserve better, there are people in this city that have needs," one woman said. At times, the mayor and city manager disagreed. Their primary disagreement was who would conduct the pending internal investigation. Ghalib said he wants all parties, whether suspended, to be able to speak up. "I will be a part of the investigation because my name is mentioned in the allegations, and I have a lot to say. Max will be part of that. That should be fair, I think," Ghalib said at the meeting. A list of third-party companies will be created. The city council will then vote and select one to perform the internal investigation. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, May 27. In a statement provided to CBS News Detroit, Altaheri said, "I call on the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, State Police and FBI to follow up on these false accusations and all those behind these fabricated stories."
CBS News
22-05-2025
- CBS News
Hamtramck police chief placed on administrative leave
Charges expected after truck smashes into Pontiac apartment and more top stories Charges expected after truck smashes into Pontiac apartment and more top stories Charges expected after truck smashes into Pontiac apartment and more top stories The city of Hamtramck confirmed on Wednesday that Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri was placed on administrative leave. City Manager Max Garbarino did not provide details on the suspension but said it was due to an ongoing investigation. This story is developing. Stay with CBS News Detroit as more information becomes available.
CBS News
17-05-2025
- CBS News
Hamtramck police making efforts to reduce youth violence following shooting
3 Center Line students charged in gun incident; chances for severe weather; and more top stories 3 Center Line students charged in gun incident; chances for severe weather; and more top stories 3 Center Line students charged in gun incident; chances for severe weather; and more top stories Police in Hamtramck, Michigan, are putting in extra effort to curb youth violence after a shooting in April that left two teenagers critically injured. "I think it's important to have police officers in our schools," Chief Jamiel Altaheri said."I think it's important, especially in light of this incident." The shooting on April 29 happened at a housing complex on Dyar Street near Interstate 75. A 15-year-old was taken into custody after the incident. Altaheri says it's time to double down on engaging the youth. One possibility, he says, is getting school resource officers inside the schools. "Also, we want our first interactions with our kids to be a positive one, and that's the whole idea of having these youth academies, these programs, having an SRO, having those positive interactions." Another idea Altaheri mentioned is continuing the department's success with youth police academies. The first was held last year, and the next is in July. "We had our first youth academy, it was a great success. We had over 56 kids," Altaheri said. One of those kids who attended the camp last year was 13-year-old Basmah Jabril. Now, she's encouraging other teens to join. "It was a great opportunity," Jabril said. "I learned a lot about leadership, responsibility and discipline, and it was a very fun experience. I got to spend time with the officers and the chief. I think it's a great opportunity, and you should always take opportunities because you never know where they'll lead you to." Altaheri says he is looking forward to another police youth camp - and his officers building positive bonds with students inside schools. "There is a need for SROs in Hamtramck Public Schools, and we're looking forward to having them there." Learn more about upcoming police youth camps here.
