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‘Zero-tolerance approach’ -- Metro Detroit to see enhanced police presence enforcing firework safety
Read full article: ‘Zero-tolerance approach’ -- Metro Detroit to see enhanced police presence enforcing firework safetyThe clock is ticking to Independence Day and ahead of all the family fun, police are reminding everyone to stay safe when lighting fireworks.
Teen charged with murder in Macomb County crash that killed mother, hurt husband, toddler
Read full article: Teen charged with murder in Macomb County crash that killed mother, hurt husband, toddlerA 16-year-old accused of fleeing from police and causing a fatal car crash earlier this month in Sterling Heights is facing several charges, including murder, officials announced Monday.
16-year-old driver involved in deadly crash with family of 3 in Sterling Heights awaits charges
Read full article: 16-year-old driver involved in deadly crash with family of 3 in Sterling Heights awaits chargesThe 16-year-old driver from Detroit who killed a 31-year-old mother while critically injuring her 31-year-old husband and 2-year-old child in Sterling Heights is still awaiting charges.
Woman fatally shot in Sterling Heights after exchanging gunfire with brother over family business
Read full article: Woman fatally shot in Sterling Heights after exchanging gunfire with brother over family businessA heated argument between a brother and sister took a fatal turn on Friday as gunfire erupted at a business in Sterling Heights.
Morning 4: Magic Johnson, General Motors gives food to hundreds of Detroit families -- more stories
Read full article: Morning 4: Magic Johnson, General Motors gives food to hundreds of Detroit families -- more storiesMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
What we know about shots fired situation involving Sterling Heights police and a stolen vehicle
Read full article: What we know about shots fired situation involving Sterling Heights police and a stolen vehicleShots were fired in Sterling Heights by officers on Saturday evening after a vehicle was stolen.
Police identify woman found dead in apparent Sterling Heights murder; 1 in custody
Read full article: Police identify woman found dead in apparent Sterling Heights murder; 1 in custodyPolice have identified the woman who was killed this weekend in an apparent murder in Sterling Heights, and a person of interest is in custody.
Nightside Report May 19, 2021: Police out in force to stop distracted driving through Operation Ghost Rider, Michigan expected to announce more steps ‘to get back to normal’ in ‘coming days or week’
Read full article: Nightside Report May 19, 2021: Police out in force to stop distracted driving through Operation Ghost Rider, Michigan expected to announce more steps ‘to get back to normal’ in ‘coming days or week’Here are tonight's top stories.
Sterling Heights police officer resigns after controversial Facebook post
Read full article: Sterling Heights police officer resigns after controversial Facebook postSTERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – On Monday, the Sterling Heights Police Department issued an update into its investigation of a disturbing image posted to the private Facebook page of a police officer. The department issued the following statement in response adding that no further information would be provided at this time. “During the course of the Police Department’s internal investigation, and prior to disciplinary action, the police officer in question resigned. This incident further shows the City’s commitment to making sure each and every resident, business owner, and visitor feels welcome and safe in Sterling Heights. This objective is integral to realizing the City’s vision for Sterling Heights as a community that is vibrant, inclusive, and distinctive,” said Lt. Mario Bastianelli of the Sterling Heights Police Department in the statement.
Video shows moments after FCA Sterling Heights Assembly Plant worker stabs another in parking lot
Read full article: Video shows moments after FCA Sterling Heights Assembly Plant worker stabs another in parking lotSTERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. Police are still investigating a stabbing that happened in a parking lot at the FCA assembly plant in Sterling Heights on Monday night. READ: FCA Sterling Heights Assembly Plant worker stabbed during lunch breakLocal 4 obtained video from a viewer that shows the minutes after an employee at the plant stabbed a co-worker. About 10 p.m., we were dispatched to the parking lot of Chrysler in the area of 16 and Van Dyke. Officers arrived, they found a victim that was stabbed, the suspect already fled the area, Lt. Mario Bastianelli, with the Sterling Heights Police Department, said. He chase shim around the parking lot while people watch and record the incident.
ATM stolen from Sterling Heights party store
Read full article: ATM stolen from Sterling Heights party storeSTERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. - Police are looking for two people after an ATM was stolen from a Sterling Heights party store early Thursday morning. Surveillance footage captured the burglary at Palms Liquor & Wine Shoppe, located near the intersection of 18 1/2 Mile Road and Van Dyke Avenue. "It all happened within two minutes," said Lt. Mario Bastianelli, with the Sterling Heights Police Department. "It's easy access for criminals." Anyone with information is asked to contact the Sterling Heights Police Department at 586-446-2800.
Sterling Heights bank teller, police help scam victim get money back
Read full article: Sterling Heights bank teller, police help scam victim get money backSTERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. - Police are sharing a story of a woman whose life could have been dramatically transformed by scammers. "She got a random phone call from a male voice stating she had won a sweepstakes," said Lt. Mario Bastianelli, with the Sterling Heights Police Department. Elaine Smolarek almost sent the scammers thousands of dollars Saturday. The bank teller overheard the conversation, realized something was wrong, stopped the transaction and alerted the police. The Sterling Heights Police Department is hoping the story serves as a warning to residents and urges them to check with elderly family members.
Sterling Heights police officers pose for calendar to benefit charity
Read full article: Sterling Heights police officers pose for calendar to benefit charitySTERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. - The Sterling Heights Police Department is going above and beyond the call of duty to benefit children. "We wanted to give a glimpse to the public, 'Hey, these are the officers out here in different form or fashion protecting you,'" Sterling Heights police Lt. Mario Bastianelli said. All the different boroughs of the Sterling Heights Police Department will be represented in the 2020 photo calendar. All the profits from the calendar will go toward the Blessings in a Backpack charity in Utica. Bastianelli said the calendar is a win-win because charity gets more money and it helps promote the hardworking officers in Sterling Heights.