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Detroit police seek persons of interest in armed robbery on city’s west side
Read full article: Detroit police seek persons of interest in armed robbery on city’s west sideThe Detroit Police Department is seeking information about two persons of interest involved in an armed robbery on the city’s west side.
Police seek suspects linked to armed robbery of delivery truck driver on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Police seek suspects linked to armed robbery of delivery truck driver on Detroit’s west sideThe Detroit Police Department is seeking information about two suspects linked to an armed robbery of a delivery truck driver on Detroit’s west side.
Royal Oak police seek person of interest in armed robbery at Huntington Bank
Read full article: Royal Oak police seek person of interest in armed robbery at Huntington BankThe Royal Oak Police Department is seeking information about a person of interest involved in an armed robbery at Huntington Bank.
Manhunt underway for suspect who shot at officer, carjacked mother on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Manhunt underway for suspect who shot at officer, carjacked mother on Detroit’s west sideDetroit police are on the hunt for a man who shot point blank at one of its officers and then proceeded to carjack a mom that had just arrived home with her children.
Ypsilanti worker tied up, strangled, beaten during robbery schemed up by 2 men, woman, police say
Read full article: Ypsilanti worker tied up, strangled, beaten during robbery schemed up by 2 men, woman, police sayA woman and two men were involved in a plan to ask a worker inside an Ypsilanti cellphone store several questions before tying him up, strangling him with a rope and beating him bloody, officials said. They then stole several items and fled to an apartment 1,000 feet away, according to authorities.
Man tries to commit robbery at Royal Oak dry cleaners, doesn’t get anything, is now hunted by police
Read full article: Man tries to commit robbery at Royal Oak dry cleaners, doesn’t get anything, is now hunted by policeOfficials said a man tried to commit an armed robbery at a Royal Oak dry cleaners but didn’t get away with any property, and now he’s being hunted by police.
2 charged for robbing Oakland County store at gunpoint, zip-tying workers, police say
Read full article: 2 charged for robbing Oakland County store at gunpoint, zip-tying workers, police sayTwo men who were arrested in Bloomfield Township after they robbed a store at gunpoint and zip-tied the employees working there have been charged, police said.
Detroit man used dating apps to lure his armed robbery victims to apartment, police say
Read full article: Detroit man used dating apps to lure his armed robbery victims to apartment, police sayDetroit police have arrested a man suspected of using Tinder and other dating apps to lure woman to an apartment complex so he could get in their vehicles and rob them at gunpoint.
Woman pulls out gun when store employee confronts her about cart of stolen items, Detroit police say
Read full article: Woman pulls out gun when store employee confronts her about cart of stolen items, Detroit police sayA woman pulled out a gun and pointed it at an employee who confronted her about walking out of a Detroit dollar store with a shopping cart of stolen items, police said.
2 arrested in Bloomfield Township after robbing store at gunpoint, zip-tying workers, police say
Read full article: 2 arrested in Bloomfield Township after robbing store at gunpoint, zip-tying workers, police sayTwo people were arrested in Bloomfield Township after they robbed a store at gunpoint and zip-tied the employees working there, police said.
Detroit man charged with murder, assault after 2 separate armed robberies, police say
Read full article: Detroit man charged with murder, assault after 2 separate armed robberies, police sayA Detroit man has been charged with murder and assault after two armed robberies that took place less than three weeks apart, police said.
Man stabbed, robbed by Monroe strangers who gave him ride on Christmas morning, police say
Read full article: Man stabbed, robbed by Monroe strangers who gave him ride on Christmas morning, police sayThree people have been charged after a man was stabbed and robbed by strangers who gave him a ride in Monroe County on Christmas morning, police said.
Dearborn teens arrested after Royal Oak armed robbery, high-speed chase to Oakland Mall, police say
Read full article: Dearborn teens arrested after Royal Oak armed robbery, high-speed chase to Oakland Mall, police sayTwo teenagers from Dearborn were arrested this week when an armed robbery in Royal Oak led to a high-speed police chase through Royal Oak, Birmingham and Troy before ending at the Oakland Mall, officials said.
St. Clair County man dressed as officer for Halloween arrested for armed robbery, impersonation
Read full article: St. Clair County man dressed as officer for Halloween arrested for armed robbery, impersonationA 33-year-old man who dressed up as a police officer for Halloween was arrested in St. Clair County after allegedly attempting to arrest and rob a woman at gunpoint, police said.
Armed robbers take Farmington Hills gas station clerk into back room, steal money
Read full article: Armed robbers take Farmington Hills gas station clerk into back room, steal moneyA pair of armed robbers took a Farmington Hills gas station clerk into the back room and got away with money, police said.
Man faces charges of torture, kidnapping, sexual assault in connection with Detroit armed robbery
Read full article: Man faces charges of torture, kidnapping, sexual assault in connection with Detroit armed robberyA Grosse Pointe man is facing multiple felony charges in connection with an armed robbery and sexual assault that happened in November 2020 in Detroit.
Last customer at Detroit dollar store zip ties employees before stealing cash, surveillance system
Read full article: Last customer at Detroit dollar store zip ties employees before stealing cash, surveillance systemThe last customer inside a Detroit dollar store this weekend pulled out a weapon, zip tied employees and stole cash and a the store’s surveillance system, officials said.
Dollar store robber zip-tied hands of workers before fleeing with money, store’s surveillance system
Read full article: Dollar store robber zip-tied hands of workers before fleeing with money, store’s surveillance systemPolice are investigating a dollar store armed robbery that happened Sunday at around 7:56 p.m. in the 2000 block of East 8 Mile Road in Detroit.
Deputies seeking person of interest in robbery at Monroe County hotel
Read full article: Deputies seeking person of interest in robbery at Monroe County hotelThe Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a woman in connection to an armed robbery at the Days Inn & Suites in Frenchtown Township.
Staff, guests held at gunpoint, forced to ground during robbery at Monroe County hotel
Read full article: Staff, guests held at gunpoint, forced to ground during robbery at Monroe County hotelHotel staff members and guests were held at gunpoint and forced to the ground during a robbery in the middle of the afternoon, Monroe County deputies said.
Man faces charges after bank robbery, crash on US-23 in Ann Arbor during police chase
Read full article: Man faces charges after bank robbery, crash on US-23 in Ann Arbor during police chaseANN ARBOR – Ken Kenyatta Wilson was charged on Friday with a slew of felonies by the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office. Wilson fled police officers on Tuesday afternoon after robbing the Chase Bank at 4101 E. Ellsworth Road in Pittsfield Township, leading to a chase when the suspect crashed his vehicle in the area of US-23 and Washtenaw Ave. Wilson was transported to St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor hospital with serious injuries, but was reported to be in stable condition. (Pittsfield Charter Township Department of Public Safety)Officers recovered stolen money, several firearms and ammunition from inside his vehicle and the scene of the crash. Investigations at both the bank and the crash site were conducted by detectives, Pittsfield officers and evidence technicians.
Indiana man charged with murder of 39-year-old Detroit videographer
Read full article: Indiana man charged with murder of 39-year-old Detroit videographerWAYNE COUNTY, Mich. – An Indiana man is facing charges in connection with a Detroit homicide and in an armed robbery in Dearborn. Diabolique Paris Johnson, 34, of Indianapolis, Indiana, has been charged with one count of armed robbery for a Sept. 21 incident. Johnson was charged in the armed robbery of a 26-year-old Detroit man that happened on Sept. 1, 2020. Johnson is accused of the murder of a 39-year-old man who had moved to Detroit just six months prior. Wayne County Prosecutor Kym WorthyThe Fair Michigan Justice Project (FMJP) assisted Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy.
Police: Armed man got in driver’s SUV at Pontiac stop sign, forced him to open beer, took vehicle
Read full article: Police: Armed man got in driver’s SUV at Pontiac stop sign, forced him to open beer, took vehiclePONTIAC, Mich. – An armed man got inside a driver’s SUV at a stop sign in Pontiac, forced him to drive to another location to open a can of beer and then stole his vehicle, according to police. Oakland County deputies said a 48-year-old Pontiac man stoped at a sign sign at East Rundell Street and North Glenwood Avenue at 8:51 p.m. Monday (Feb. 22). When they arrived, the driver parked the Expedition and the armed man grabbed a can of beer, officials said. The armed man fled the scene in the vehicle, according to police. Officials said the armed man was in his 30s and about 5 feet, 8 inches tall with a thin build and dreadlock-style hair with blonde tips.
VIDEO: Man snatches gun from man at Detroit gas station counter
Read full article: VIDEO: Man snatches gun from man at Detroit gas station counterDETROIT – Police are looking for three men wanted in connection to a Jan. 28 armed robbery on Detroit’s west side. According to authorities, the robbery happened at a gas station near the intersection of Seven Mile Road and Wyoming Avenue. Police said two unknown suspects exited a black Pontiac G6 and entered the gas station. Surveillance video of the armed robbery can be seen in the video player above. AdMore: Detroit crime news
Family memorializes Detroit DJ Slick B on anniversary of his death
Read full article: Family memorializes Detroit DJ Slick B on anniversary of his deathDETROIT – On Feb. 7, 2020, a popular Detroit DJ with a growing following was killed in an armed robbery outside of a place where he was set to perform. The family of Byron Gilbert, also known as DJ Slick B, gathered Sunday to keep his memory alive and to renew the push to find his killer on the anniversary of his death. READ: Family pleads for answers after popular Detroit DJ murdered“Everywhere I go, people always have nothing but good things to say about my son,” said Nytosha Gilbert-Scott. He didn’t deserve what happened to him.”Friends, family members and fans released balloons in his memory. WATCH: Detroit police say video shows men responsible for killing DJ Slick BAd“I know somebody know who these two guys are,” Gilbert-Scott said.
Teens charged with 1st degree murder in death of Uber driver in Detroit
Read full article: Teens charged with 1st degree murder in death of Uber driver in DetroitDETROIT – Two Detroit teenagers have been charged as adults with first-degree murder after an Uber driver was found in an alley with fatal injuries from a hammer and knife attack, officials said. Prosecutors said Devin McKee, 16, and Lanyah Brady, 15, order the Uber ride with every intention of robbing the driver. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he died from his stab injuries, officials said. The teens were charged with first-degree felony murder, carjacking and armed robbery causing serious injury. RELATED: 2 Detroit teens charged with murdering Uber driver who was attacked with hammer, knife, police sayMore: Detroit crime news
2 Detroit teens charged with murdering Uber driver who was attacked with hammer, knife, police say
Read full article: 2 Detroit teens charged with murdering Uber driver who was attacked with hammer, knife, police sayDETROIT – Two Detroit teenagers have been charged with first-degree murder after an Uber driver was found in an alley with fatal injuries from a hammer and knife attack, officials said. Devin Delon McKee, 16, and Lanyah Quan Brady, 15, both of Detroit, are accused of killing Timothy Marcus Perkins, a 60-year-old Uber driver from Southfield, according to authorities. Detroit investigators recovered Perkins’ stolen car and identified McKee and Brady as suspects in the case, police said. Officials accuse McKee and Brady of calling for an Uber driver for the purpose of robbing him. When they were inside Perkins’ car, McKee robbed and carjacked him by attacking him with a hammer and stabbing him with a knife, according to authorities.
2 critically injured in attempted robbery in Detroit, victim lured by dating app
Read full article: 2 critically injured in attempted robbery in Detroit, victim lured by dating appDETROIT – Police are investigating a double-shooting Saturday night on Detroit’s west side. It happened at about 9:30 p.m., near the intersection of Woodside Street and Northfield Street, just east of Livernois Avenue. According to authorities, a 57-year-old man met a woman on an online dating website and arranged to meet at her apartment. Police said when the man arrived, the woman was waiting with her 18-year-old boyfriend, who was armed and attempted to rob the man. The 57-year-old man was a CPL holder.
VIDEO: Police seek suspected carjacker on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: VIDEO: Police seek suspected carjacker on Detroit’s east sideDETROIT – Police are looking for a suspected carjacker after an armed robbery on Detroit’s east side. Police said that as he waited, a man approached on foot, entered the victim’s Nissan Altima, produced a weapon and ordered the victim out of the vehicle. Video of the suspected carjacker can be seen above. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2555, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up. More: Detroit crime news
Ann Arbor teen charged with murder after turning himself in, second suspect at large
Read full article: Ann Arbor teen charged with murder after turning himself in, second suspect at largeSOUTH LYON, Mich. – Fadi Zeineh, 19, of Ann Arbor has been charged with 10 offenses in the shooting death of 17-year-old Dylan Stamper of South Lyon. The boy’s father, Kevin Stamper, 43, remains in critical condition in the hospital. According to police, a woman called 911 around 9 p.m. to report a break-in and that shots had been fired. Zeineh was arrested after he turned himself in to the Ann Arbor Police Department on Friday morning. Investigators are now in search of a second suspect who was allegedly with Zeineh at the time of the shooting.
Monroe County hit-and-run, armed robbery suspect arrested after police pursuit into Toledo
Read full article: Monroe County hit-and-run, armed robbery suspect arrested after police pursuit into ToledoTOLEDO – The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a string of crimes after a two-state police pursuit Saturday night. Just after 5 p.m., a Monroe County Sheriff’s deputy in Lambertville, just north of Toledo, was informed by a citizen of a damaged black Impala parked at a Rite Aid Pharmacy located near the intersection of Secor and Sterns roads. Deputies pursued the suspect southbound into Toledo, where they turned the pursuit over to the Toledo Police Department, who took the man into custody. He is currently lodged at the Lucas County Jail, pending extradition to Michigan for face charges of armed robbery, felonious assault and more. Anyone with further information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Monroe County Sheriffs Office Detective Bureau at 734-240-7530.
Ann Arbor police looking for armed man who robbed downtown party store Tuesday
Read full article: Ann Arbor police looking for armed man who robbed downtown party store TuesdayANN ARBOR, Mich. – The Ann Arbor Police Department is searching for an armed man who robbed a party store on Main Street Tuesday morning. Around 10:40 a.m., an unknown man walked into the Main Street Party Store at 201 N. Main St and demanded cash after producing a knife, according to police. After receiving an undisclosed amount of cash, the man fled the party store in a gray Chevrolet HHR heading west on Miller Avenue. The robbery suspect is described as a 6-foot to 6-foot 3-inch tall, white man between 30 to 35 years old. Community members with information on the armed robbery are asked to contact AAPD Detective Dan Iverson at 734-545-8742 or call the Police TIP line at 734-996-3199.
Dollar Tree employees threatened in Royal Oak Charter Township armed robbery
Read full article: Dollar Tree employees threatened in Royal Oak Charter Township armed robberyROYAL OAK CHARTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Police are investigating a Dollar Tree store armed robbery that took place on Friday at around 9 p.m. in Royal Oak Charter Township. According to witnesses, a black man wearing a hoodie and face mask was in the store making cash purchases before the robbery. The robber returned after all the customers left. He pulled out a gun and threatened to shoot two employees for money from the register. Police say the robber left the store on foot and no one was injured.
Police investigating armed robbery at Pittsfield Township Burger King
Read full article: Police investigating armed robbery at Pittsfield Township Burger KingPITTSFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred Friday night at a Pittsfield Township Burger King. According to authorities, it happened at about 8:20 p.m. at the Burger King located near the intersection of Platt Road and Michigan Avenue. Police said employees told them they were held at gunpoint and forced to hand over money from the safe. The culprit fled from the location north through a lot and a witness observed the getaway vehicle free westbound on Textile Road. The suspected robber is described as a tall thin Black man wearing a blue coat, khaki pants and dress shoesAnyone with information is asked to contact the Pittsfield Township Police Department at 734-822-4958.
Michigan State Police investigating double shooting at Inkster motel
Read full article: Michigan State Police investigating double shooting at Inkster motelINKSTER, Mich. – Michigan State Police detectives responded to the Paradise Inn on Michigan Avenue in Inkster late Saturday, early Sunday morning for a nonfatal shooting. According to authorities, when troopers arrived, they could hear the victims yelling for help. Emergency medical personnel transported a man and a woman to a local hospital, where they are in serious condition. Troopers located who they believe is responsible and he was taken into custody without incident Sunday. Police believe it could have been an armed robbery.
Video: Detroit police seek man wanted in carjacking on city’s west side
Read full article: Video: Detroit police seek man wanted in carjacking on city’s west sideDETROIT – Police are looking for a man wanted in connection with an Oct. 27 carjacking on Detroit’s west side. Police said a black Nissan drove up to a pump and the driver entered the store. While the passenger, an 18-year-old woman, was sitting in the Nissan, an armed man approached the car and orderd the woman to get out at gunpoint. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-2555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up. More: Detroit crime news
U-M police: Person of interest in armed robbery on North Campus in custody
Read full article: U-M police: Person of interest in armed robbery on North Campus in custodyANN ARBOR – The University of Michigan Police Department announced on Tuesday it has a person of interest in custody in an armed robbery that took place on North Campus on Saturday. When the victim approached the vehicle, the suspect pulled a gun and demanded he give him the property before fleeing in an unknown direction. U-M Police Department’s Safety and Security Tips:If selling or buying goods, meet in the Safe Exchange Zone or other neutral, populated and well-lit areas. If you are in need of a safe place for an in-person exchange of goods, DPSS has established a “Safe Exchange Zone.”Do not disclose unnecessary personal details and avoid meeting at your home. If you feel threatened, look for a blue light emergency phone or call 911 from any phone.
Ann Arbor father, 3 children tied up during violent home invasion
Read full article: Ann Arbor father, 3 children tied up during violent home invasionANN ARBOR, Mich. – Spencer John Payne and Cedrick Michael Sims were arraigned Wednesday in connection to two violent home invasions. According to authorities, the two men are accused of breaking into two houses, tying up and threatening the occupants. Police said it happened between 3 a.m. to 4 a.m. Oct. 8 at two houses, one on Sharon Drive and one on Macomb Street. Police say in the home on Macomb Street, the family -- a single father with three children, ages 5, 13 and 17 -- were tied up with electrical cords and clothing around their hands and feet. Police said they then went back to the first house, apologized, untied the father and told him not to untie the children yet.
2 arraigned after Port Huron teen robbed, assaulted
Read full article: 2 arraigned after Port Huron teen robbed, assaultedPORT HURON, Mich. – Police are investigating after a 17-year-old man was assaulted and robbed. The 17-year-old Port Huron resident was on 14th Street and Bancroft Street waiting for a ride from an acquaintance. Later the same day, Damarion Lucious Taylor, 17, from Port Huron turned himself in at the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office. They both have a probable cause conference set for Nov. 17 at 9 a.m.Police are still looking for two other Port Huron residents who are believed to be involved. READ: More local crime coverageDamarion Taylor (Port Huron Police Department)
Westland police seek 4 men, 1 woman who assaulted and robbed 63-year-old
Read full article: Westland police seek 4 men, 1 woman who assaulted and robbed 63-year-oldWESTLAND, Mich. – Westland police are searching for five people wanted in connection with an armed robbery that happened around 4 p.m. on Oct. 17. The robbery took place after the victim, a 63-year-old resident of Westland, walked into a gas station located at 38350 Ford Road in Westland. Before even entering the station the victim was assaulted and his wallet and prescription sunglasses were stolen, police say. Police describe the suspects as four Black men and one Black woman. CRIME HEADLINESThe woman wanted for the robbery pictured here.
Police seek 2 men in connection with armed robbery on Detroit’s west side
Read full article: Police seek 2 men in connection with armed robbery on Detroit’s west sideDETROIT – Police are is seeking the public’s assistance in locating and identifying two men wanted in connection to an armed robbery that occurred on the Detroit’s west side. According to authorities, the two men entered a Cricket Wireless Store in the 7600 block of Vernor Highway at about 6:20 p.m. Saturday. Police said they ordered an employee to go into the back of the store an open the safe. Anyone who recognizes the men or has any information is urged to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-5440 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up. More: Metro Detroit crime news
Armed man steals teen’s phone in residential Detroit neighborhood, police say
Read full article: Armed man steals teen’s phone in residential Detroit neighborhood, police sayDETROIT – A man reportedly approached a teenager and stole his cell phone in a residential neighborhood on Detroit’s west side Saturday night. Detroit police say at about 8:57 p.m. a 16-year-old boy was walking in the 7400 block of Faust Avenue when a white Ford Taurus approached him. The man driving the vehicle reportedly demanded the teen’s cell phone. The man took the phone and then fled the scene, police say. The suspect is described as a Black man between the ages of 20 and 30 years old, standing around 5 feet, 9 inches tall and weighing between 160-180 pounds.
Police seek 2 in connection to armed robbery at Troy Chipotle restaurant
Read full article: Police seek 2 in connection to armed robbery at Troy Chipotle restaurantTROY, Mich. – Police are investigating an armed robbery that happened Monday night at a Chipotle restaurant in Troy. Police described one suspect as between 6 feet to 6 feet, 4 inches tall and weighing about 190 pounds. He was wearing a blacked hooded sweatshirt, a red ski mask, black gloves, black pants and was armed with a handgun. Police described the other suspect as between 6 feet, 1 inch to 6 feet, 2 inches and weighing about 170 pounds. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black/white mask or bandana, black gloves, black pants and carrying a black Wayne State University drawstring backpack.
VIDEO: Man carjacked at Ferndale gas station
Read full article: VIDEO: Man carjacked at Ferndale gas stationFERNDALE, Mich. – A 17-year-old boy was taken into custody after a Thursday morning carjacking in Ferndale. According to authorities, just after 7:15 a.m., a 62-year-old man was at a gas station near the intersection of Eight Mile Road and Livernois Avenue when the suspect approached with a handgun and demanded the vehicle. Police said the suspect was arrested by Southfield police after a short pursuit. Surveillance video of the incident can be seen above.
Armed robbery manhunt sends AK Steel, Ford Rouge plants into lockdown
Read full article: Armed robbery manhunt sends AK Steel, Ford Rouge plants into lockdownDEARBORN, Mich. A manhunt for an armed robbery suspect put the AK Steel and Ford Rouge plants into lockdown Thursday. A massive police presence was at the steel plant as they searched for hours. ORIGINAL STORY: Dearborn police searching for armed robbery suspect on AK Steel propertyAccording to authorities, Garden City police chased a robbery suspect to the AK Steel Plant, where he ditched his truck. Ford had locked down all buildings at its Rouge site for several hours to keep workers safe, but that lockdown has since been lifted. AK Steel is inside the gates at the Rouge site, but is not a Ford facility.
Dearborn police searching for armed robbery suspect on AK Steel property
Read full article: Dearborn police searching for armed robbery suspect on AK Steel propertyDEARBORN, Mich. Dearborn police are searching for a person on AK Steel property who is considered armed and dangerous, officials said. The search is being conducted in the area of Schaefer and Butler roads, according to authorities. Police said the person in question is a suspect in an armed robbery. Ford has locked down all buildings at its Rouge site to keep workers safe, the company announced. AK Steel is inside the gates at the Rouge site, but is not a Ford facility.
15-year-old shot, robbed on Detroits west side
Read full article: 15-year-old shot, robbed on Detroits west sideDETROIT Police are looking for two men wanted in connection to a Saturday afternoon shooting that put a 15-year-old boy in the hospital. According to authorities, just after 5 p.m., a 15-year-old boy and his friend met up with the suspects in the 14100 block of Sussex Street, just south of Grand River Avenue. Police said the 15-year-old was robbed of an undisclosed amount of money and a second suspect fired shots at the teen as he ran away. Police described the first suspect as a Black man in his late teens who drove a gray Ford Fusion. Click here to read more Detroit crime reports
Man allegedly robbed at gunpoint while filming in Detroit
Read full article: Man allegedly robbed at gunpoint while filming in DetroitDETROIT A man was allegedly robbed at gunpoint while filming in Detroit on Saturday evening. Detroit police say the 39-year-old man was filming near Fort Street and 15th Street around 8:20 p.m. when two unknown suspects approached him and allegedly robbed him at gunpoint. The two suspects fled the scene heading east on Fort Street in a tan four-door Lincoln, officials said. Police say a wallet, camera equipment and firearm were stolen from the victim, who is a CPL holder. Anyone with information can contact Detroit Polices Third Precinct Investigative Unit at 313-596-1340 or Crimes Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up.
2 charged after Warren man shot, robbed when he invited woman from Facebook to home
Read full article: 2 charged after Warren man shot, robbed when he invited woman from Facebook to homeWARREN, Mich. – Two people are facing charges after a Warren man was shot and robbed at his home Sunday. Summer Desjardin, 24, and Daniel Wargo, 21, were charged with multiple felony counts in connection with the incident. Police said there was an exchange between the victim and Wargo before the victim was shot. Desjardin is charged with armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery and a felony firearm weapons charge. Wargo is charged with armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, assault with intent to murder and multiple weapons charges, including, possession by a felon.
2 charged 10 years after being considered possible suspects in Waterford Township man’s murder
Read full article: 2 charged 10 years after being considered possible suspects in Waterford Township man’s murderWATERFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Two men have been charged in connection with the murder of a Waterford Township man more than 10 years after they were initially considered possible suspects in the case, police said. Ruben Guttierrez Jr. lived with his parents in a garage that had been converted into his own living space at their Waterford Township home, police said. Guttierrez was home the night of Nov. 11, 2009, and into the next day, but he remained in his room, according to authorities. He was officially pronounced dead by Waterford Township police. ChargesBarnes and Hobson are both charged with felony murder, armed robbery and possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
Armed robber targets Oakland Party Store in Southfield; nobody injured
Read full article: Armed robber targets Oakland Party Store in Southfield; nobody injuredSOUTHFIELD, Mich. – An armed robber targeted the Oakland Party Store in Southfield on Jan. 23 around 7:30 p.m., according to authorities. The suspect entered the store at 10 Mile and Evergreen roads and threatened to shoot if the employee didn’t hand over money, police said. The employee dove behind the counter for protection, and the suspect then fled the store, officials said. He fired two shots as he ran, one at the employee and another at the front door, according to officials. Anyone with information regarding the location or identity of the suspect should contact the Southfield Police Department at 248-796-5500 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK UP.
Man uses fake gun to steal $740 from victim during cell phone sale in Pontiac
Read full article: Man uses fake gun to steal $740 from victim during cell phone sale in PontiacPONTIAC, Mich. – A man used a gun that turned out to be fake to rob a man during a cell phone sale Monday in Pontiac. Authorities said the victim went to a home in the 100 block of Cadillac Street to buy the phone. The seller told him his uncle would come outside to complete the sale. The victim told deputies a man came outside, got into his vehicle, held a gun to his head and pulled the trigger. A 57-year-old Pontiac man was arrested and deputies were able to recover a replica handgun.
‘I am sorry I have to do this’: Oakland County man with Airsoft pistol robs store, police say
Read full article: ‘I am sorry I have to do this’: Oakland County man with Airsoft pistol robs store, police sayINDEPENDENCE TOWNSHIP, Mich. – An Oakland County man armed with an Airsoft pistol was arrested after he robbed a store, apologized to the clerk and shaved off all his facial hair to try to hide his identity, police said. Matthew Christopher Brusen, 21, of Independence Township, walked into the Rite Aid Pharmacy at 5751 Clarkston Road in Independence Township at 6:27 p.m. Sunday, according to authorities. Brusen took an item to the register and handed the clerk money when she scanned the item, police said. He lifted his coat to reveal a bulge, indicating he was armed, according to police. Brusen was taken to the Oakland County Jail and is facing an armed robbery charge.
Detroit men arrested for stealing $16,000 worth of iPhones, Air Pods in Redford Township, police say
Read full article: Detroit men arrested for stealing $16,000 worth of iPhones, Air Pods in Redford Township, police sayREDFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Two Detroit men have been arrested for stealing $16,000 worth of iPhones and Air Pods from a store in Redford Township, police said. Deandre Donte Williams, 27, and Christopher Ron Magee, 30, robbed the T-Mobile store at 25037 Grand River Avenue at 1:29 p.m. Thursday, according to authorities. Deandre Donte Williams (WDIV)Christopher Ron Magee (WDIV)Police said a third suspect is still at large. Williams is charged with armed robbery, resisting a police officer and third habitual offender. Apple products stolen Feb. 6, 2020, from a Redford Township store.
Detroit police look for 2 suspects wanted in connection with attempted armed robbery
Read full article: Detroit police look for 2 suspects wanted in connection with attempted armed robberyDETROIT – Police are looking for two suspects wanted in connection with an attempted armed robbery that happened on Detroit’s west side. Police said the attempted robbery happened on Jan. 24 at 11:13 p.m. in the 12600 block of Plymouth Road. Video shows the victim and suspect struggling when a second suspect shows a handgun and points it in the direction of the victim. Police described the second suspect as a black man between the ages of 20 and 22. He had a black full beard and was wearing a black knit cap, black hooded sweater, black pants and red gym shoes.
2 suspects wanted in connection with attempted armed robbery in Detroit
Read full article: 2 suspects wanted in connection with attempted armed robbery in Detroit2 suspects wanted in connection with attempted armed robbery in DetroitPublished: February 5, 2020, 9:15 pmPolice are looking for two suspects wanted in connection with an attempted armed robbery that happened on Detroit’s west side.
Armed man ties up manager while robbing Monroe County Applebee’s
Read full article: Armed man ties up manager while robbing Monroe County Applebee’sFRENCHTOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – An armed man tied up the manager of a Frenchtown Township Applebee’s restaurant while he stole money from the safe Tuesday morning, officials said. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, the man was wearing dark-colored clothing and a ski mask when he confronted the manager as the manager was opening the business at 2100 N. Telegraph Road at about 8 a.m. The man ordered the manager to open the safe then tied up the manager and took an undisclosed amount of cash from the safe. The manager was not injured, officials said. Anyone with information about the crime is asked to contact Deputy Brian Sroka at 734-240-7717.
Police: 2 robbers arrested after targeting Livonia woman at gunpoint in her driveway
Read full article: Police: 2 robbers arrested after targeting Livonia woman at gunpoint in her drivewayLIVONIA, Mich. – Two robbers have been arrested after they targeted a Livonia woman at gunpoint in her driveway, police said. The robbery happened around 1 p.m. Sunday in the 30800 block of Robert Drive in Livonia. Police said the 52-year-old woman was in the middle of unpacking her van in the driveway when the men approached. “He made me take off my coat and he searched and asked me if I had any money on me,” the woman said. One of the men was arrested by Livonia officers in Wyandotte.
Police: 2 robbers arrested after targeting Livonia woman at gunpoint in her driveway
Read full article: Police: 2 robbers arrested after targeting Livonia woman at gunpoint in her drivewayPolice: 2 robbers arrested after targeting Livonia woman at gunpoint in her drivewayPublished: January 31, 2020, 6:09 pmTwo robbers have been arrested after they targeted a Livonia woman at gunpoint in her driveway, police said.
Crime Stoppers offers reward for arrest of suspect in attempted armed robbery in Detroit
Read full article: Crime Stoppers offers reward for arrest of suspect in attempted armed robbery in DetroitDETROIT – Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of a suspect accused in an attempted armed robbery. The suspect is accused of attempting to rob a business owner at 8100 E. Forest on Detroit’s east side on Jan. 10 at 10:10 a.m. The suspect was wearing a black ski mask and was armed with a black handgun. The suspect fled the scene in a silver Chevrolet Malibu with a sunroof and a dented passenger door. Call 1-800-SPEAK-UP to leave an anonymous tip.
Armed thief zip ties employee after robbing phone service company in Monroe, police say
Read full article: Armed thief zip ties employee after robbing phone service company in Monroe, police sayMONROE, Mich. – A thief armed with a semi-automatic pistol tied up an employee with zip ties after robbing a cellphone service company in Monroe, police said. The man walked into the Boost Mobile store at 602 North Telegraph Road at 3:42 p.m. Tuesday, according to authorities. He pulled out a black semi-automatic handgun and demanded cash and merchandise from the employee, officials said. Police said the man used zip ties to restrain the employee before leaving with several cellphones and an undetermined amount of cash. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call Monroe police at 734-243-7510 or 734-243-7500.