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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Detroit police report surge in officer recruitment due to better pay
According to DPD, 41 officers have rejoined the force, and over 300 new officers have been hired in 2023.
According to DPD, 41 officers have rejoined the force, and over 300 new officers have been hired in 2023.
Ex-Detroit police officer charged with manslaughter after striking 70-year-old man
A verbal altercation between Daryl Vance and Officer Juwan Marquise-Alexander Brown escalated to the victim being punched in the face, causing him to collapse and hit his head on the pavement. He later died from his injuries.
A verbal altercation between Daryl Vance and Officer Juwan Marquise-Alexander Brown escalated to the victim being punched in the face, causing him to collapse and hit his head on the pavement. He later died from his injuries.
Detroit police deploy Sergeant Santa, make inroads in community
Not all police work is conducting criminal investigations. Sometimes, it's community service and showing a friendly face in the neighborhood.
Not all police work is conducting criminal investigations. Sometimes, it's community service and showing a friendly face in the neighborhood.
Police investigate a double shooting on Detroit's west side Saturday night
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department's 8th Precinct at (313)596-5840 or Crime Stoppers at 1(800)SPEAK-UP.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department's 8th Precinct at (313)596-5840 or Crime Stoppers at 1(800)SPEAK-UP.
Masked man sets fire to Detroit gas station with fuel can
First responders got the call around 3:14 a.m. Only one employee was inside - and was able to escape without injury.
First responders got the call around 3:14 a.m. Only one employee was inside - and was able to escape without injury.
Two men wanted in home invasion, assault and armed robbery on Detroit's northwest side
Photo images have been released of two men investigators say broke into a house in the 15000 block of Birwood near Chalfonte on Dec. 10.
Photo images have been released of two men investigators say broke into a house in the 15000 block of Birwood near Chalfonte on Dec. 10.
Detroit police arrest person of interest in Samantha Woll stabbing death
This is the second person arrested in the case. The first one was eventually released without being charged.
This is the second person arrested in the case. The first one was eventually released without being charged.
Two dead in Detroit crash
It happened at the intersection of Chalmers and Wilfred on the city's east side at around 1 a.m. Dec. 10.
It happened at the intersection of Chalmers and Wilfred on the city's east side at around 1 a.m. Dec. 10.
One hospitalized in Detroit gas station shooting
The victim’s wounds were “non-fatal" according to police.
The victim’s wounds were “non-fatal" according to police.