October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which means it’s the perfect time to learn how to protect yourself from scams.

It seems like there’s always news of another data breach, like the recent one at a huge data broker that could potentially affect tens of millions of us.

The deer was upside down, with only about 10 inches of space between the two walls.

Ann Arbor police are searching for the suspects accused of assaulting someone due to their religious background.

Cortez Blake, 23, and Nasir Lewis, 24, both from Detroit, were convicted of kidnapping and wrongly beating the victim they mistakenly believed was involved in a carjacking.

Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club coach Steven Pottenger is facing two counts of fourth-degree charges linked to a victim between the ages of 13 and 16.

The man -- reportedly a registered sex offender out of Ecourse -- has been taken into custody.

A man has been charged for knocking a person unconscious during a Cub Scouts meeting at a Warren school, prosecutors said.

Canton Township police are warning residents about a new phone scam where the caller pretends to be one of their police officers. On Monday (March 1), a resident called to report the exchange after handing over more than $12,000.

The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) tells us fraud is on the rise.

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One person died and another victim was injured in a shooting that happened on Conant Street near United Grill Coney Island in Detroit around 2:49 a.m. Sunday, police say.

A woman was reportedly shot at while trying to move pass a slow moving vehicle on the Lodge Freeway in Detroit.

The Allen Park Police Department is seeking help finding a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash that happened at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday.

Three men and one woman were shot in shootings that happened in Detroit over the span of two days.

On Monday, a 59-year-old man was shot at around 6:45 p.m. in the area of Emery Street and Conley Street while trying to help out at the scene of a crash.

Police are searching for more information about a body that was found Saturday night inside an apartment in the 16600 block of Schaefer in Detroit.

According to the Better Business Bureau, tax scams are still a problem this year. If you haven’t filed your taxes yet this season, don’t put it off any longer! The IRS discovers cases of identity theft because personal information is stolen and a fake claim for a refund is filed. “The IRS is not going to contact you and give you those high pressure tactics,” Blankenship said. “There are unfortunately people out there that they’re banking on the fact that you’re not going to look into them any further, especially if they look professional,” Blankenship said.

DETROIT – A 20-year-old man accused of reckless driving was charged Monday in the death of a 9-year-old Detroit boy who was struck while riding an all-terrain vehicle. Daveon Hardiman of Roseville was driving in the wrong direction and over the speed limit Saturday when he struck the ATV, authorities said. Hardiman was charged with reckless driving causing death, the Wayne County prosecutor's office said. The boy was identified as Mai’Juan Calderin. Read more: 9-year-old boy killed in Detroit by car driving wrong direction on one-way streetOriginal Story: Young child riding a 4-wheeler hit by a car and killed on Detroit’s east side

The gunman left the location after the hotel worker intervened then came back and started shooting the 61-year-old victim. DETROIT – On Saturday, a worker at the Downtown Detroit Baymont Inn and Suites was shot and injured after trying to break up a fight between a man and woman. Police added that the gunman was having a verbal altercation with the woman when the hotel worker got involved. The gunman left the location after the hotel worker intervened then came back and started shooting the 61-year-old victim. Police describe the gunman as a 140 pound Black man who is 5 feet, 2 inches tall.

Unemployment fraud in the U.S. has reached dramatic levels during the pandemic: more than $63 billion has been paid out improperly through fraud or errors since March 2020. Here's what you should know about how to spot unemployment fraud, protect yourself and what to do if you are a victim. TAKE ACTIONIf you are a victim, reach out to your state unemployment office to report the fraud. Those steps will not prevent unemployment fraud from being committed, but could deter further crime. The IRS has tips for victims of unemployment fraud and filing taxes online.

Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 4:What we’ve learned about a homicide investigation in SouthgateBrand new developments into a homicide investigation in Southgate. Police have confirmed that the victim is a woman who went missing on New Year’s Day.

DETROIT – Police are investigating whether a man who died after being dropped off at a hospital is connected to a barricaded gunman situation that occurred early Friday morning. Detroit police say at about 12:40 a.m. officers responded to a report of multiple shots fired in the area of Schoenherr and Pfent streets. Upon arriving, officers discovered several shell casings in front of the home and on the front porch of the home in question. Officials say that during their investigation, police received another call about a 22-year-old man who was dropped off at a hospital and died soon after. Police are investigating whether or not the barricaded situation is connected to the 22-year-old man who was dropped off at the hospital around the same time.

MELVIN, Mich. – A 26-year-old Melvin man was killed in a crash that happened before 5:30 a.m. today. Police say the crash took place near Lapeer and Wales Center roads in Wales Township. The victim’s 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche was traveling eastbound on Lapeer when it went off the road into a ditch and rolled several times ending up on its wheels, police say. As a result the victim was ejected from the vehicle. The crash is still under investigation.

DETROIT – A 25-year-old man was shot by an unknown person on Tuesday in Detroit, police said. The shooting happened at 1:25 a.m. in the 17700 block of West Warren Avenue. The victim told police that he got out of his armored vehicle to put cash into an ATM when an older-model red Chevrolet Impala pulled behind the armored vehicle and someone from inside the Impala shot him. The victim said he jumped back in the armored vehicle, secured the door behind him and the suspect fled the scene. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detroit Police Department’s 6th Precinct Investigative Unit at 313-596-5640 or Crimes Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up.

Mother of victim in Warren double murder desperate for answersIf you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.

Political robocalls and texts are getting out of control, but there is a way to get them to stop -- for now. If you feel like you’ve received a political scam call, it’s important you report it to local police and the Better Business Bureau who will track the areas being targeted. We’re also seeing robocall scam calls. If you feel like you’ve received a political scam call it’s important you report it to local police and the Better Business Bureau who will track the areas being targeted. If you’ve been the victim of a robocall scam, report it on the BBB.org/ScamTracker.

WESTLAND, Mich. – James Herrara said he was facing life in prison for a crime he did not commit. Victim stated this subject produced a small black handgun and stated “give me the money”. Based on the name and physical description given by the Victim, Sgt. Victim stated yes. The Victim stated that because he received his money back he no longer wished to prosecute.

PONTIAC, Mich. – Police are investigating a stabbing that took place at 7-Eleven on Baldwin Avenue in Pontiac at around 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. One of the three has been described as a possible hispanic woman. Detectives received the phone from officers and located photos in the cover of a possible Hispanic woman with an unknown male. The two wanted men were seen inside of the 7-Eleven using the store security footage by officers on scene. Crime HeadlinesSecond man wanted for the Pontiac stabbing.

DETROIT – One man, listed in stable condition, was injured in a shooting Saturday night in the area of West McNichols and Greenfield roads, according to Detroit police. Police said the 39-year-old man was driving a gray Dodge Ram when someone inside a white truck fired shots. The victim drove himself to the hospital. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call Detroit Police Department’s 12th Precinct at 313-596-1240 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up.

DETROIT – A 53-year-old man was killed in a shooting Monday outside of Clora Funeral Home. The shooting took place at about 10:35 a.m. Monday in the 5800 block of East Seven Mile Road in Detroit. Detroit police said the shooting occurred after an argument between a family member and someone working at the funeral home. Editor’s note: The noon newscast incorrectly stated the location of the shooting. The incident occurred at the funeral home on East Seven Mile Road, not West Warren Avenue.

YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, Mich. A young man was shot and critically injured at a Burger King in Ypsilanti Township on Friday afternoon, police say. The victim is hospitalized. According to police, the shooting did not involve Burger King or anyone working there. As of now this is the only victim known to be involved in the shooting. Stay with Local 4 News and ClickOnDetroit as this story continues to develop.

LANSING, Mich. – The Unemployment Insurance Agency today provided Michigan consumers with resources to help protect against unemployment identity theft and steps to take if they are victim. “Anyone can be a victim of unemployment identity theft and we urge workers to take measures to safeguard their personal information. If this happens, contact the UIA immediately online at Michigan.gov/UIA through the Report Identity Theft link. Report fraud online at Michigan.gov/UIA through the Report Fraud or Report Identity Theft link. · Obtain the form online at gov Click on “Forms and instructions.”· For more resources for victims of identity theft, visit the Federal Trade Commission’s web site at gov for the most up-to-date information on combatting identity theft.

The victim of a violent kidnapping has been found. If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.

16-year veteran officer identified as victim in deadly police shootingPublished: November 21, 2019, 5:13 pmPolice have identified the 16-year veteran of the force as the victim in a deadly police shooting.

DETROIT – An 18-year-old man was shot Tuesday night outside a liquor store at Trinity Street and 7 Mile Road in Detroit. The victim suffered a gunshot wound to his shoulder and another to his left hand. He told officers he was at the liquor store and heard gunshots when he was about to get into his vehicle. He said he called his cousin to come get him a few blocks away at Lahser and 7 Mile roads. His cousin took him to the hospital.