Detroit police commissioner removed from seat after report finds hundreds of complaints closed improperly
Willie Bell was removed from his position as vice chair of the Detroit Board of Police Commissioners after he was found to have abused his position.
Detroit sued for $50M after grandfather's death following punch from Detroit police officer
Daryl Vance used to work as a welder. He also survived cancer and was a grandfather. Last year, he was allegedly became disorderly at a bowling alley before police were called. It ended with an officer punching him in the head.
Despite violent night, Detroit police encouraged by crime prevention
Despite the stereotype of Detroit being a city tainted by crime and struggling to get a handle on violence, many of the headlines coming out of its borders are positive.
Detroit police search for man who stole car that triggered Amber Alert
The 3-year-old and the stolen vehicle have since been recovered. The victim was uninjured - however, the suspect remains missing.
Family stunned as missing son's body found in Detroit garage
Michael Doss II had last been seen on Wednesday, by Saturday the family was becoming desperate.
The Detroit police's longest-serving member isn't slowing down after more than 50 years
In 1967, Officer Tilman Blair joined the Detroit Police Department. It's now 2024 - and Corporal Blair is still serving.
Detroit police officer arrested for driving drunk while off duty
Detroit police called the officer's actions disappointing.
Detroit police say drive-by shooting that critically injured minor part of car theft ring investigation
The critical injuring of an 11-year-old started as a shooting investigation Tuesday. It's since grown into one part of a complex police probe that includes a separate homicide and an auto theft ring. Several suspects are in custody.
Detroit 11-year-old girl shot in head after home targeted in drive-by shooting for second time
The girl was shot in the head while laying on the couch Tuesday morning. There were about 20 other people inside the home at the time.
Detroit man wins $10M suit in Mexican drug cartel murder; detective feared kingpin would attack family
A Detroit detective covered up a Mexican cartel murder by hiding evidence. Now the man first arrested has been awarded $10 million by a federal jury.
13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris still missing, police 'aggressively searching'
Na'Ziyah Harris was last seen getting off her school bus on Jan. 9, according to Detroit police.
Detroit Police chief seeks to alleviate safety concerns ahead of NFL Draft
Chief James White sought to assuage concerns that may have intensified after a shooting broke out at another football-related event in Kansas City where one person died and 22 were injured.
1 killed, 2 others wounded from shooting inside 7 Mile residence in Detroit
One man was dead at the scene, while the two others were privately transported to a nearby hospital and are being treated.
Detroit police adding 20 BolaWrap Kevlar launchers for non-lethal takedowns
Detroit police were criticized after fatally shooting a 20-year-old in the midst of a mental health crisis in 2022. Officers said the launchers could have led to a different outcome.
Detroit police's impound inventory spills onto street, towing companies sue
The number of impounded vehicles resulted in traffic congestion – causing significant inconvenience for drivers and local residents.
Video of Outer Drive murder suspect released in bid for help from the public
The suspect is described as a male last seen wearing a black Canada Goose coat with brown fur, a black sweater and black and red Jordan 11 sneakers.
Detroit officer, suspects injured during shootout expected to recover
Police first heard of gunfire through Shotspotter. They arrived at the house before hearing shots and seeing the muzzle flash. That's when they went inside.
Child critically injured in drive-by shooting on Detroit's east side
Police say there is no suspect information at this time.
Police: 2 shot, 1 fatally while sitting in their car on Detroit's west side
The Detroit Police Department is investigating a double shooting in the 14000 block of Rutland St, north of Schoolcraft Rd.
Officials tout Detroit's falling homicide rate, sees results on community front and hiring more officers
It wasn't just a falling homicide rate that officials touted in Detroit's review of crime. More money, more staff, better collaboration, and better preparation for events has also aided the city.