FULL INTERVIEW| DPD Chief Bettison EXCLUSIVE: Drones, “Murder Music,” and Violence Prevention
In an exclusive interview with Fox 2's Hilary Golston, Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison confirmed plans to launch “first responder drones” within eight months a first for Michigan’s largest department. Bettison says the technology will enhance safety by assessing scenes before officers arrive while maintaining privacy rights. The chief also discussed the city’s new $10.5 million commitment to violence intervention, his view that “murder music” influences as much as 80 percent of youth violence, and why he believes Detroit doesn’t need the National Guard. From facial recognition to Green Light cameras, Bettison says transparency is key and admits, “yes we do now” live in a surveillance state.
In an exclusive interview with Fox 2's Hilary Golston, Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison confirmed plans to launch “first responder drones” within eight months a first for Michigan’s largest department. Bettison says the technology will enhance safety by assessing scenes before officers arrive while maintaining privacy rights. The chief also discussed the city’s new $10.5 million commitment to violence intervention, his view that “murder music” influences as much as 80 percent of youth violence, and why he believes Detroit doesn’t need the National Guard. From facial recognition to Green Light cameras, Bettison says transparency is key and admits, “yes we do now” live in a surveillance state.
Woman shot after fleeing police; Southgate senior apartments on fire again; Pistons home opener & more
A woman was shot after endangering police, running from traffic stop. The American House senior apartment complex reignited following Friday night's fire and more on the October 26, FOX 2 News at 6 p.m.
A woman was shot after endangering police, running from traffic stop. The American House senior apartment complex reignited following Friday night's fire and more on the October 26, FOX 2 News at 6 p.m.
Woman shot after threatening Detroit officer
A woman suffered injuries to both of her arms, and legs after she was shot inside of her SUV Sunday afternoon, according to Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison. Bettison said the incident stemmed from a traffic stop. She was pulled over on Van Dyke, where it was discovered she had no proper license plate. Bettison said the woman refused to comply, and eventually pepper spray was used. The woman then fled that scene, and ended up at a second scene where police were able to block her in and stop her a second time, near Concord and Outer Drive. During that second stop, she moved her vehicle toward an officer, who feared for their life and opened fire. Bettison said she then continued to drive, and ended up at a Detroit Police facility on Sherwood near 7 Mile Road.
A woman suffered injuries to both of her arms, and legs after she was shot inside of her SUV Sunday afternoon, according to Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison. Bettison said the incident stemmed from a traffic stop. She was pulled over on Van Dyke, where it was discovered she had no proper license plate. Bettison said the woman refused to comply, and eventually pepper spray was used. The woman then fled that scene, and ended up at a second scene where police were able to block her in and stop her a second time, near Concord and Outer Drive. During that second stop, she moved her vehicle toward an officer, who feared for their life and opened fire. Bettison said she then continued to drive, and ended up at a Detroit Police facility on Sherwood near 7 Mile Road.
FASTLANE: GM to cut Car Play, slashes white collar jobs; Tariffs on the rise for Canada imports
Dave Spencer covers the top automotive news from the past week in the FOX 2 Fastlane, including GM cutting Car Play in favor of its own infotainment systems in gas-powered vehicles, GM slashing white collar jobs in Michigan, and the rise of tariffs on Canadian imports.
Dave Spencer covers the top automotive news from the past week in the FOX 2 Fastlane, including GM cutting Car Play in favor of its own infotainment systems in gas-powered vehicles, GM slashing white collar jobs in Michigan, and the rise of tariffs on Canadian imports.
Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison gives update on officer involved shooting
A woman suffered injuries to both of her arms, and legs after she was shot inside of her SUV Sunday afternoon, according to Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison. Bettison said the incident stemmed from a traffic stop. She was pulled over on Van Dyke, where it was discovered she had no proper license plate. Bettison said the woman refused to comply, and eventually pepper spray was used. The woman then fled that scene, and ended up at a second scene where police were able to block her in and stop her a second time, near Concord and Outer Drive. During that second stop, she moved her vehicle toward an officer, who feared for their life and opened fire. Bettison said she then continued to drive, and ended up at a Detroit Police facility on Sherwood near 7 Mile Road.
A woman suffered injuries to both of her arms, and legs after she was shot inside of her SUV Sunday afternoon, according to Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison. Bettison said the incident stemmed from a traffic stop. She was pulled over on Van Dyke, where it was discovered she had no proper license plate. Bettison said the woman refused to comply, and eventually pepper spray was used. The woman then fled that scene, and ended up at a second scene where police were able to block her in and stop her a second time, near Concord and Outer Drive. During that second stop, she moved her vehicle toward an officer, who feared for their life and opened fire. Bettison said she then continued to drive, and ended up at a Detroit Police facility on Sherwood near 7 Mile Road.
Chief Bettison addresses cold cases and closure rates
FOX 2’s Hilary Golston sat down with Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison to discuss crime being down.
FOX 2’s Hilary Golston sat down with Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison to discuss crime being down.
83-year-old man killed in deadly Royal Oak stabbing
A 35-year-old woman with blood on her hands was detained after a short foot chase.
A 35-year-old woman with blood on her hands was detained after a short foot chase.
Massive fire in Southgate; 83-year-old stabbed to death in Royal Oak; Wilson park opens in Detroit
Everyone was rescued from the American House in Southgate as a large fire ripped through the building. An 83-year-old man was stabbed to death in Royal Oak, the Ralph Wilson Park officially re-opened in Detroit and more.
Everyone was rescued from the American House in Southgate as a large fire ripped through the building. An 83-year-old man was stabbed to death in Royal Oak, the Ralph Wilson Park officially re-opened in Detroit and more.
Cat dies, firefighter, civilian injured in massive Southgate fire
All residents are safely accounted for after a fire tore through the Southgate American House senior living facility Friday night. The Southgate American House suffered a 3-alarm fire tonight with multiple fire departments responding on Allen Road.
All residents are safely accounted for after a fire tore through the Southgate American House senior living facility Friday night. The Southgate American House suffered a 3-alarm fire tonight with multiple fire departments responding on Allen Road.
Watch: SkyFOX over aftermath of Southgate American House fire
All residents are safely accounted for after a fire tore through the Southgate American House senior living facility Friday night.
All residents are safely accounted for after a fire tore through the Southgate American House senior living facility Friday night.
Oh baby: Newborn delivered in ambulance alongside M-59
An unpredictable delivery for one Metro Detroit mom and dad - as a newborn boy couldn't wait to come into the world at the hospital.
An unpredictable delivery for one Metro Detroit mom and dad - as a newborn boy couldn't wait to come into the world at the hospital.
Watch: SkyFOX over Southgate American House fire
The massive two-alarm blaze ripped through the American House complex.
The massive two-alarm blaze ripped through the American House complex.
American House fire in Southgate
American House senior facility blaze Downriver
American House senior facility blaze Downriver
Massive fire at Southgate American House
FOX 2 cameras were at the scene of Friday's night's 2-Alarm Fire.
FOX 2 cameras were at the scene of Friday's night's 2-Alarm Fire.
Former Eastern Michigan athletes at center of sports betting probe
Three former Eastern Michigan University basketball players were snagged in a separate sports betting investigation.
Three former Eastern Michigan University basketball players were snagged in a separate sports betting investigation.
Stolen ambulance crashes in Northville Township
A wild scene on Friday after an ambulance was stolen out of Novi.
A wild scene on Friday after an ambulance was stolen out of Novi.
Air support: Detroit police adding drones to force
Detroit police is adding a new tool to help fight crime.
Detroit police is adding a new tool to help fight crime.
Hazel Park string of break-ins clean out appliances from vacant homes
Big-ticket appliances are being targeted in the break-ins.
Big-ticket appliances are being targeted in the break-ins.
General Motors cuts 200 jobs at Warren Tech Center
Some big changes underway at the GM Tech Center after a job cut announcement.
Some big changes underway at the GM Tech Center after a job cut announcement.
Federal workers feeling the strain of government shutdown
As the shutdown drags on in Washington DC, federal workers are feeling the pressure of going without paychecks.
As the shutdown drags on in Washington DC, federal workers are feeling the pressure of going without paychecks.