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Police in Oakland County purposely crash into SUV to arrest 3 wanted for variety of crimes
Read full article: Police in Oakland County purposely crash into SUV to arrest 3 wanted for variety of crimesPolice in Oakland County purposely crashed into a speeding SUV on the freeway to arrest three people who were wanted for a variety of crimes.
Southfield teen charged in armed robbery during rabbi’s Rosh Hashanah celebration
Read full article: Southfield teen charged in armed robbery during rabbi’s Rosh Hashanah celebrationPolice said a woman in the kitchen heard the back door open and was greeted by the suspect, who pointed a handgun at her and demanded she hand over everything Instead, the woman ran into another room, told everyone what just happened and they left through the front door.
Student brings loaded handgun to Oakland County high school -- What we know
Read full article: Student brings loaded handgun to Oakland County high school -- What we knowPolice said they do not believe he had any plans of inflicting violence on others but was carrying the gun in self-defense as he reportedly was having issues with other teens on the way to and from school.
Day 4: Trial for Northland Mall security guards charged in 2014 death of McKenzie Cochran
Read full article: Day 4: Trial for Northland Mall security guards charged in 2014 death of McKenzie CochranSo far, the jury heard the opening statements and the testimony of a paramedic who responded to the Northland Mall.
2 men arrested in sex trafficking operation that ended in pursuit, crash in Detroit
Read full article: 2 men arrested in sex trafficking operation that ended in pursuit, crash in DetroitPolice revealed officers were investigating a possible sex trafficking operation that transitioned to a pursuit in Southfield that ended in a crash in Detroit.
Police gun buyback in Southfield sparks controversy over how guns people surrendered are disposed of
Read full article: Police gun buyback in Southfield sparks controversy over how guns people surrendered are disposed ofA police gun buyback held in Southfield last weekend sparked some controversy over how the guns people surrendered were disposed of.
‘People are angry’: Community raises concerns about Southfield gun buyback event
Read full article: ‘People are angry’: Community raises concerns about Southfield gun buyback eventThe marquis outside St. David's Episcopal Church in Southfield shows 224 weapons were surrendered during a gun buyback program over the weekend.
Metro Detroit police chiefs host stop the violence community forum in Southfield
Read full article: Metro Detroit police chiefs host stop the violence community forum in SouthfieldWhat can be done to address gun violence within communities was the topic that brought dozens of community members together with Metro Detroit police chiefs and law enforcement leaders.
4 Northland Mall security guards charged in 2014 death of McKenzie Cochran bound over for trial
Read full article: 4 Northland Mall security guards charged in 2014 death of McKenzie Cochran bound over for trialFour security guards charged in connection with the 2014 death of a man after an altercation at Northland Mall in Southfield have been bound over for trial.
Southfield police chief refutes claims of police brutality, which left man paralyzed from the neck down
Read full article: Southfield police chief refutes claims of police brutality, which left man paralyzed from the neck downSouthfield’s police chief is refuting claims of police brutality. It comes as posts started going viral on social media.
Police arrest serial package thief who stole from homes, UPS drivers in Metro Detroit
Read full article: Police arrest serial package thief who stole from homes, UPS drivers in Metro DetroitPolice say they have caught the man who stole packages from homes and UPS drivers in multiple cities. It went beyond theft, as police say the man was getting increasingly violent.
Southfield officer honored for heroic attempt to save passengers in burning vehicle
Read full article: Southfield officer honored for heroic attempt to save passengers in burning vehicleA Southfield police officer was honored for bravery after jumping into action as someone sat trapped in a burning car.
Man who hid in trash can charged in ‘bizarre’ Southfield chase that was sparked by kidnapping calls
Read full article: Man who hid in trash can charged in ‘bizarre’ Southfield chase that was sparked by kidnapping callsA man has been charged in connection with a “very bizarre” Southfield chase that began with reports of a woman being kidnapped and ended with two people being found in separate garbage cans.
‘Bizarre’ Southfield chase ends with driver, woman thought to be kidnapped both hiding in trash cans
Read full article: ‘Bizarre’ Southfield chase ends with driver, woman thought to be kidnapped both hiding in trash cansSouthfield police said a “very bizarre” chase ended with a driver and a woman previously thought to be a kidnapping victim both hiding from officers in separate garbage cans.
Community pulls together to support Officer Courts’ family
Read full article: Community pulls together to support Officer Courts’ familyA day of tributes for Detroit police Officer Loren Courts as his family, friends, and the city say their final goodbye. Courts was killed in the line of duty less than two weeks ago, and during the funeral service Monday, an end of watch call conveyed one last dispatch to him.
Man charged after firing gun at driver who then struck, killed his pregnant girlfriend in Southfield
Read full article: Man charged after firing gun at driver who then struck, killed his pregnant girlfriend in SouthfieldA man has been charged after firing a gun at a driver who then struck and killed his pregnant girlfriend in Southfield. Prosecutors are charging the boyfriend of 27-year-old Tiara Jones.
‘She did everything for him’: Family stunned, crushed after police say man killed Southfield grandma
Read full article: ‘She did everything for him’: Family stunned, crushed after police say man killed Southfield grandmaA family is stunned and heartbroken after a 23-year-old man killed his grandmother inside a Southfield apartment with a gun that had been stolen years ago in Farmington Hills, police said.
4 Northland Mall security guards charged in 2014 death of McKenzie Cochran
Read full article: 4 Northland Mall security guards charged in 2014 death of McKenzie Cochran“It’s a tragic, tragic death,” said Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald. “Our job is to do everything possible to bring justice to these victims and, in this case, McKenzie Cochran.”
Police arrest man seen on camera stealing Bentley from Southfield business
Read full article: Police arrest man seen on camera stealing Bentley from Southfield businessSOUTHFIELD – A man who was seen on camera stealing a $200,000 Bentley from a Southfield business has been arrested. PREVIOUS: Bentley stolen from Southfield business; police search for man caught on camera“The officers set up on a surveillance operation,” said Southfield Police Chief Elvin Barren. Police spotted a white Ford Escape -- the vehicle seen on camera that the suspect drove in to the business. The man got in the Escape attempting to make an escape; however, police surrounded him. Body cam footage shows the man getting out of the car and attempting to run away and was stopped by officers.
‘This is a heinous crime’ -- 8-year-old Southfield girl fatally shot, brother facing charges
Read full article: ‘This is a heinous crime’ -- 8-year-old Southfield girl fatally shot, brother facing chargesSOUTHFIELD, Mich. – An 8-year-old girl who was shot Sunday evening at an apartment in Southfield died from her injuries Wednesday night. Gyasi Arnez Stribling, the victim’s 20-year-old brother, is now facing charges. He’s accused of shooting Bailei Singleton at the 12 North Apartments on 12 Mile Road, between Northwestern Highway and Telegraph Road. The girl had been in critical condition at a hospital after being shot in her head. Police said he allegedly fabricated a story and said Bailei had been shot during an attempted robbery.
Father of 2 killed protecting his family, Southfield police say
Read full article: Father of 2 killed protecting his family, Southfield police saySOUTHFIELD, Mich. – Southfield police Chief Elvin Barren said Fredrick Hudson did everything he could to protect his family when he was fatally shot Sunday night. Surveillance campers nearby captured Hudson exchange gunfire before the father of two was killed outside his Southfield home. “I think he displayed courage and tried to defend himself and his family as best as he could,” Barren said. The family set up a GoFundMe account to pay for funeral expenses and to raise money for the children to go to college. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Southfield Police Department at 248-796-5500, incident No.
Southfield police believe father killed in carjacking was targeted
Read full article: Southfield police believe father killed in carjacking was targetedSOUTHFIELD, Mich. – Southfield police are investigating after a man was carjacked and then shot and killed in a neighborhood Sunday night. Southfield police said a person of interest is in a hospital after the 25-year-old was injured in a shootout with police. Authorities believe Hudson, 48, may have known something was wrong when he parked in his driveway. In a press conference Tuesday, Southfield Chief of Police Elvin Barren said Hudson died protecting his wife and two children. “We believe that Mr. Hudson was targeted and followed home where he was fatally assaulted.”Southfield police are narrowing their investigation onto the hospitalized person of interested.
Local 4 News at Noon -- Dec. 29, 2020
Read full article: Local 4 News at Noon -- Dec. 29, 2020DETROIT – Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at Noon. Southfield police believe father killed in carjacking was targetedIn a press conference Tuesday, Southfield Chief of Police Elvin Barren said Hudson died protecting his wife and two children. “We do not believe that this crime was a random act of violence,” Barren said. “We believe that Mr. Hudson was targeted and followed home where he was fatally assaulted.”
Teen driver could face charges after 2 Oak Park students killed, others injured in violent Southfield crash
Read full article: Teen driver could face charges after 2 Oak Park students killed, others injured in violent Southfield crashSOUTHFIELD, Mich. – Two Oak Park High School students were killed and four others were injured in a crash on Friday. Police said four people were thrown out of the vehicle in the crash that happened on Telegraph Road near 10 Mile Road in Southfield. READ: Fiery crash in Southfield kills 2 Oak Park High School students, injures 4 othersPolice said they don’t believe alcohol or drugs played a role in the crash. The vehicle went through a fence, went airborne and hit several trees before bursting into flames. The Oak Park school district will have counselors on hand for students and staff.
Southfield Police Department fully deploys body cameras in the field
Read full article: Southfield Police Department fully deploys body cameras in the fieldSOUTHFIELD, Mich. Southfield Police Chief Elvin Barren reveled new body cameras on Monday that are now on every single officer in the department. Officers will abide by the policy of Southfield Police Department on all shifts, Barren said. That way we enhance our community trust. Were fully transparent in this purchase and again, this community is very excited to know the Southfield Police Department has enhanced our capabilities and community trust, Barren said. The Southfield Police Department will pay that $1.5 million over the course of a 5 year period.
Southfield police chief defends officers accused of police brutality in pregnant womans lawsuit
Read full article: Southfield police chief defends officers accused of police brutality in pregnant womans lawsuitSOUTHFIELD, Mich. Southfields police chief is defending the officers accused of police brutality in a lawsuit filed by a pregnant woman who said three officers assaulted her and caused her to lose her unborn baby. Southfield police Chief Elvin Barren said this is not a case of police brutality. He said hes appalled by allegations that his officers would treat a Black resident differently than a White resident or knowingly use a Taser on a pregnant woman. When you look at the narrative that was suggested: that we knowingly would Tase a pregnant woman -- that is appalling to me, Barren said. It is also alarming to me that it was suggested that this police department would have treated her differently if she was a White woman from an affluent community.
Southfield police respond to lawsuit blaming officers for miscarriage
Read full article: Southfield police respond to lawsuit blaming officers for miscarriageSOUTHFIELD, Mich. Southfield police are responding to a lawsuit filed by a woman who said that police brutality caused her to lose her unborn baby. Video shows the chaotic between the woman and the officers who were responding to a complaint about her. According to the lawsuit, on Jan. 9 Crystal White, 38, of Southfield, was involved in a verbal altercation with her mother, sister and brother-in-law at her mothers residence. According to the lawsuit, White was pregnant at the time of the arrest and lost her unborn child. I dont believe that if this was in Bloomfield Hills a pregnant White woman would be Tased on a welfare check, Fieger said.
Southfield appoints Elvin Barren as new police chief
Read full article: Southfield appoints Elvin Barren as new police chiefSouthfield City Council has approved City Administrator Fred Zorns appointment of Elvin Barren as the new Police Chief at the July 8 City Council Meeting. Chief Barren will begin his employment on July 29. Chief Barren currently serves as Deputy Chief of Police of the Detroit Police Department (DPD) where he commands the largest bureau in the DPD, including eight major units, a yearly budget of $137 million and over 1,100 police officers. Chief Barren also completed the Leadership in Counterterrorism Program (LinCT) sponsored by the FBI and has completed several other training and leadership development programs. The Southfield Police Department will continue to function extremely efficiently under the direction of Chief Barren providing the community with unparalleled public safety and proactive law enforcement services and programs.