MELVINDALE, Mich. – Federal authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating a man involved in the death of a Downriver police officer.
Melvindale police officer Mohamed Said was shot and killed in the line of duty at about 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 21. Investigators have identified Michael Lopez as the suspect.
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer responded to Said’s death on social media, writing “The Melvindale community has lost a treasured member of the community with the death of Officer Mohamed Said. My heart is with his family, friends, and loved ones today. I hope we can always honor his bravery, dedication, and sacrifice.”
Said reportedly grew up and went to school in Melvindale before becoming a police officer. Authorities said they have multiple units searching for Lopez.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Melvindale Police Department, Michigan State Police and others are offering a reward of up to $37,500 for information regarding Lopez’s whereabouts.
Lopez, 44, is described as standing 6 feet, 1 inch tall and weighing about 250 pounds. He has multiple tattoos and a goatee and was last seen wearing black pants and no shirt.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Melvindale Police Department at 313-429-1070. Tips can be given to the ATF at 1-888-ATF-TIPS or anonymously online.
UPDATED REWARD $37,500. FATAL OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING. ATF, @mspmetrodet @MelvindalePD @policedefense & @USMarshalsHQ partner to offer an up to $37,500 reward for information that leads to the arrest and prosecution of Michael LOPEZ, a 44-yr-old, man suspected of killing a… pic.twitter.com/RWUdKTCqev
— ATF Detroit (@ATFDetroit) July 22, 2024