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Gang-Related Narcotics Bust-Detroit Police

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Detroit – January 16, 2026

On January 16, 2026, officers from three Detroit Police units conducted a coordinated narcotics enforcement operation in the 17000 block of Hull Street and the 18000 block of Cardoni Street, Detroit’s East Side in the 11th Precinct. Both locations were identified as being operated by a known gang.

As a result of the operation, three felony arrests were made. Officers recovered a significant quantity of narcotics, firearms, and cash, including:

  • 27,629 grams of marijuana
  • 101 Xanax pills
  • 350 oxycodone pills
  • 354 fentanyl pills
  • 22 bottles of promethazine
  • One mason jar containing marijuana wax
  • $14,825 in U.S. currency
  • One handgun
  • One SKS-style rifle

The estimated total street value of the seized narcotics and firearms is approximately $172,465.

Detroit Police commend the outstanding work and collaboration of the 11th Precinct Special Operations Unit, Gang Intelligence Unit, and Traffic Enforcement Unit, whose joint efforts led to the successful outcome of this operation.

Exploding Manhole Covers / Utility Incident in Downtown Detroit

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Washington Blvd & Lafayette Blvd-Downtown

Detroit – January 21, 2026

At approximately 12:45 a.m., Detroit Police responded to reports of multiple manhole covers exploding near Washington Boulevard and Lafayette Boulevard. Officers on scene reported fire and flames emitting from the manholes.

DPD secured the area and restricted pedestrian and vehicle access for public safety. Detroit Fire Department Engine 1 and Ladder Truck 20 were dispatched and responded to the scene. Power outages were reported in the surrounding area, and DTE Energy was notified.

DTE advised they do not provide electrical service in that specific area, but stated they would send a crew to evaluate natural gas infrastructure. Public Lighting Department (PLD) was also notified, as they provide electrical service in the area.

During the incident, Battalion Chief 1, Engine 9, and Ladder Truck 20 were dispatched to investigate a fire alarm activation in the electrical room at 1020 Washington Blvd (Hotel Indigo). The alarm was believed to have been triggered by the power interruption.

Michigan Gas Utilities (MichCon) was requested and responded with an estimated 15–20 minute ETA at approximately 1:11 a.m.

At 1:21 a.m., Battalion Chief 1 directed Engine 9 and Ladder Truck 20 to remain at Hotel Indigo to monitor conditions. Engine 1 remained on scene at the manhole incident location.

According to Detroit Police officers on scene, power was restored at approximately 1:57 a.m.

No injuries were reported. The cause of the manhole explosions remains under investigation.

Detroit Police Investigate Death of a Child

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2 Year Old Dies in NW Detroit

Death of a Child: Detroit Police 12th Precinct is investigating the death of a 2-year-old child.

Officers were dispatched at 1:19 a.m. on January 21 2026 to a residence near McNichols and Wyoming on a report of a child not breathing. Detroit EMS Medic 22 and a DEMS Supervisor 1105 also responded to reports of a child, age unknown at the time, in cardiac arrest. Medic 22 transported the child to Sinai-Grace Hospital.

12th Precinct officers at the hospital reported the child’s time of death at 1:53 a.m. Detroit Police Evidence Technicians were dispatched at 2:55 a.m. to process both scenes, Sinai-Grace Hospital and the residence for investigators. No additional information is available at this time.

Fatal 3 Vehicle Crash on Michigan’s West Side

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M-66 Near Haysmer Rd

Michigan State Police Sixth District (W Michigan) Fatal 3 Vehicle MVC

Traffic Crash Ionia County: At 6:58 a.m, January 21 2026., troopers from the Lakeview post responded to a three-vehicle crash on M-66 near Haysmer.

A southbound, single-occupant vehicle lost control and crossed into the northbound lane, striking a pickup truck and then a second northbound vehicle.

The southbound vehicle was driven by a 72-year-old male from Belding, who was transported to the hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

The pickup truck was driven by a 44-year-old male from Orleans. The second northbound vehicle was driven by a 17-year-old female, with a 15-year-old female passenger.

The remaining individuals were treated and released for minor injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

Fatal Snowmobile Crash in Alger County

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Trail 8 & H-58 in Shingleton Township

Fatal Snowmobile Crash in Alger County

Alger County, Michigan — At approximately 10:30 p.m. on January 17, 2026, troopers from the Michigan State Police Negaunee Post responded to a reported snowmobile crash on Trail 8 near H-58 in Shingleton Township.

The preliminary investigation indicates the snowmobile was traveling on Trail 8 when the operator was unable to negotiate a curve, causing the snowmobile to leave the trail and strike a tree at a high rate of speed. Emergency medical aid was rendered at the scene; however, lifesaving efforts were unsuccessful.

The operator, a 22-year-old man from Garrettsville, Ohio, was pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. The incident remains under investigation.