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Michigan State Police Investigate Detroit Freeway Shooting

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Southbound John C Lodge @ Grand Blvd

Detroit 3:49PM Jan 30 2023: Michigan State Police responded to the SB John C Lodge (M10) this afternoon on reports of a motor vehicle accident and possible shooting in the southbound lanes of the M10 @ Grand Blvd. Detroit Fire’s Engine 17 (MFR) and DEMS Medic 1 were also dispatched to the scene.

Arriving troopers found the vehicle crashed into the wall under the Grand Blvd overpass. The driver was suffering from 3 gunshot wounds. DEMS Medic 1 conveyed the 38 year old Detroit resident to a local hospital in stable condition. The freeway was closed for a couple of hours while Second District Troopers investigated the scene.

Michigan State Police Investigate Semi Fire

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Westbound I-96 Near 36th St

Grand Rapids MSP: Grand Rapids troopers are on the scene of a semi-truck fire on W/B I-96 near 36th. Thankfully the driver was able to safely exit the vehicle. The right lane is closed but traffic is able to get through the left lane. An alternate route is recommended until clean-up is done.

DISPATCH AUDIO: Michigan State Police Officer Involved Shooting, Detroit’s West Side

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Suspect Shoots at MSP’s Trooper 2

Detroit 730PM 1/24/2023: Michigan State Police Helicopter Trooper 2 reported having a green laser pointed at them from a window of a residence in the 12800 block of Terry St at around 7:30 PM Tuesday evening. Trooper 2 asked for assistance from MSP Troopers. As ground units were making the scene, Trooper 2 reported the subject appeared to be armed with a long gun, then started firing on the helicopter.

Suspect Down Terry Ave & Tyler Ave

Arriving Troopers arrived on scene, located the suspect and the officer involved shooting occurred. The suspect was reported down. The weapon was either in the hands of the suspect or very close by when he fell.

DEMS Medic 27 was dispatched to the scene and staged nearby.

MSP Troopers secured the scene while gathering assets to approach and secure not only the suspect but the residence where the suspect was located. Troopers began their call-outs or announcements in case there were other occupants in the house at around 755PM. Trooper 2 advised that at no time during the incident did they notice any movement from other than the suspect and a dog on scene.

Detroit Police’s 2nd Precinct + responded but were prevented from entering the scene, tasked with shutting down the area and securing the perimeter, closing down EB & WB Tyler from Greenfield to Grand River.

The suspect and residence was soon cleared by MSP’s SRT and DEMS Medic 27 pulled around to the scene, declaring the suspect deceased. Trooper 2 returned to base once the scene was secured and performed inspections to see if they had been hit by any of the rounds fired by the suspect.

Dispatch audio is below.

Michigan State Police Dispatch Audio

Michigan State Police Statement

Officer Involved Shooting: 01/24/23, at 7:30 PM Location: 12857 Terry St., Detroit, MI. 

The Detroit Regional Communication Center was notified by Trooper 2 (on patrol in the City of Detroit) that they were being hit by a green laser. The suspect was shining the laser from the second story of the address. Moments later, Trooper 2 advised that they were now being shot at from the same location. Troopers from the Meteo South post responded and approached the home on foot. The suspect came out of the home and started firing at which time trooper (s) returned fire. The male suspect has died on scene. Members of the Homicide Task Force have responded and are investigating. More information will be released as the investigation continues.

Michigan State Police Update #2

Officer Involved Shooting Update:
Members of the joint homicide task force are continuing their investigation in to the shooting involving two state troopers from the Metro South Post. The suspect has been identified as a 33 year old male from Lincoln Park. Pending any further information, it has been determined the suspect was staying in the abandoned home on Terry. Five firearms were recovered from the home and one was recovered from him. Currently, detectives have not been able to determine a motive. There were no other people in the home at the time of the shooting.There were no injuries to troopers or members of the public. Trooper Two (Helicopter) was not hit in the incident.

Dispatch Audio: Dearborn Police Lobby Shooting, Suspect Dead

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Shots Fired At Dearborn Police Station

Dearborn Michigan: Dearborn Police were involved in a shooting inside the lobby of Dearborn PD at 16099 Michigan Ave earlier today at around 3:33PM. The shooter entered the north lobby of Dearborn PD, produced a concealed weapon and shot towards a police officer manning the front desk. Return fire from the officer struck the suspect at least twice, once in the face and once in the leg according to dispatch audio. No officers were injured. Officers on the scene rendered medical aid on the scene and Dearborn Rescue 1 conveyed the wounded suspect to the hospital where he expired. The suspect was described on dispatch audio as a male approximately 30 years old.

Dearborn PD Statement

At approximately 15:30 on Sunday, December 18, an individual entered the front entrance of the Dearborn Police Station (north of the building). Shortly after entering the lobby, the individual removed a concealed handgun and pointed the gun at a uniformed police officer behind the front desk. The individual attempted to fire the gun at the officer, prompting the officer to discharge multiple rounds that struck the individual. Officers proceeded to secure the immediate scene and render aid to the individual, who was transported to a nearby hospital by Dearborn Fire Rescue. The individual was pronounced deceased at the hospital. There are no known threats to the public or the Dearborn Police Station at this time. No officers were harmed as a result of this incident. The lobby remains closed to the public as an initial investigation takes place. Michigan State Police is currently investigating this incident, and all further inquiries should be directed to MSP.

Michigan State Police Update

Update via MSP: The investigation is continuing into this incident. It appears that the suspect drove to the Dearborn Police Department at about 3:30 PM and parked out front. The subject then walked into the Police Department. Currently detectives are reviewing video and interviewing witnesses and collected evidence. A 9 mm pistol was recovered from the suspect. How the weapon was obtained is unclear. The motive of the suspect is unclear at this point. There is a history of mental illness. Investigation continues and pends ME reports, further evaluation of evidence. A investigators report will be submitted to the prosecutor once the investigation is complete.

Michigan State Police Update #2

Special Investigation Section Update: (Dearborn): The investigation is continuing. Further investigation and review of evidence showed that the 33 year old suspect walked into the police station lobby and looked around. When the officer behind the desk approached the window the suspect pulled out a 9mm pistol from his pocket and engaged the officer. The firearm malfunctioned and the suspect attempted to correct the malfunction. The officer shot the suspect. The lobby was cleared. First aid was administered as soon as it was determined the suspect was not a threat. The weapon the suspect had in his possession was stolen earlier that day. Detectives are currently investigating that crime as well. Still pends ME reports, further investigation and prosecutor review. This is the final update pending any new information.

Dearborn Police/Fire Dispatch Audio of Incident

Dispatch Audio: Dearborn Police working a barricaded gunman at the Hampton Inn on Michigan Ave.

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Negotiations Taking Place With Suspect In Shooting

Dearborn Michigan 10.6.22: Dearborn Police were called to the Hampton Inn on Michigan Avenue earlier this afternoon at 1:15PM on reports of possible shots being fired on the hotels 3rd Floor. Arriving officers confirmed the shooting.

Officers immediately identified locations of the wounded and declared a barricaded gunman incident. Dearborn & mutual aid SWAT/SRT units were notified. The area surrounded the hotel were shut down.

Preliminary information stated the suspect, a Black male in his 30s, 5’4″ inches in height and wearing black clothing was armed with a long gun, according to dispatch audio. Dispatch audio suggested it was a short barreled AR style rifle. Additional information shared included a Glock handgun was in the possession of the suspect.

Police officers on scene started an evacuation of residents and searched for the exact location of the suspect.

Dispatch audio suggests at least 1 person was found with a fatal gunshot would on the 3rd floor. Dearborn Fire/EMS was also dispatched to the scene for the injured, staging nearby until the scene was secure enough for them to move in.

According to the Michigan State Police, the suspect was still firing shots, although that wasn’t immediately apparent on dispatch audio, common when monitoring emergency frequencies.

Dispatch audio suggested the suspect was holed up in a 3rd floor room and the incident stemmed from an argument over money with hotel staff. Negotiators have made the scene and are in discussion with the suspect. Additional information gathered indicated the suspects mother and fiancé are also on scene helping with this negotiations.

The Dearborn Police Department is being assisted by multiple agencies, including the MSP and surrounding agencies. MSP’s Trooper 6 is also assisting ground units with scene security.

The situation is still fluid at the time of this writing at 5:39PM. Below is dispatch audio from the beginning of the incident.

The information above is gathered from dispatch audio that can change, quickly…Dispatch audio should be used for informational purposes only. Investigation often leads to something entirely different.

Update: Suspect is in custody, no further injuries. The perimeter is being collapsed although Michigan Avenue remains closed at this time. 2043.

Dearborn Police Dispatch Audio