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Shots Fired Into Occupied Dwellings (No Injuries)

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Detroit’s West Side January 22 2026

Detroit Police responded to two separate incidents involving shots fired into occupied dwellings earlier this morning. No injuries were reported in either case.

  1. 7200 block of Clayburn near W. Warren
    DPD 6th Precinct – Detroit’s West Side
    Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rTBidHyFm5Sv5KjT9
  2. 9500 block of Marlowe near W. Chicago
    DPD 2nd Precinct – Detroit’s West Side
    Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/erHHXH9PHkrWYbmq9

Detroit Police Evidence Technicians were dispatched to process both scenes as part of the investigation.

#DetroitPolice #Detroit #ShotsFired #DetroitCrime

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.

Non Fatal Shooting in NW Detroit

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Oakfield & W McNichols

Shooting (Non-Fatal): #DetroitPolice 8th Precinct is investigating a non-fatal shooting in the area of Oakfield & W McNichols.

The victim was privately conveyed to a local hospital at approximately 12:43 AM. Officers later located the scene in a driveway on Oakfield.

The investigation is ongoing.

Non Fatal Shooting in NW Detroit

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W 7 Mile & Forrer

Shooting: Detroit Police 8th Precinct is investigating a non-fatal shooting in the 15800 block of W 7 Mile Rd near Forrer, reported at approximately 12:55 AM.

Officers were dispatched following reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers encountered conflicting accounts from individuals at the scene, some stating a person had been shot, while others claimed nothing had occurred.

During the investigation, officers located apparent blood evidence at the scene. Subsequent witness interviews indicated a security guard may have been shot and transported to a local hospital prior to police arrival.

At approximately 1:16 AM, DPD was notified that a gunshot wound victim had arrived at a local hospital, confirming the shooting.

DPD Evidence Technicians were dispatched to process the scene for investigators.

Fatal Shooting on Detroit’s West Side

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Warwick & Sawyer

Fatal Shooting: Detroit Police 6th Precinct is investigating a fatal shooting in the 7700 block of Warwick.

At approximately 7:40 PM, officers responded to a ShotSpotter detection. Upon arrival, a male victim was located inside a vehicle, initially believed to be involved in a motor vehicle crash. Officers soon determined the victim had sustained a confirmed gunshot wound.

Detroit Fire Department Engine 55 and Detroit EMS Medic 22 responded to the scene. CPR was initiated at approximately 7:55 PM. The victim subsequently stopped breathing and was pronounced deceased, classified as a Code 7, at approximately 7:58 PM.

DPD Evidence Technicians were dispatched at 8:53 PM to process the scene for homicide investigators.