Detroit residents express frustration over controversial officer back on the job
During Thursday's Detroit Police Commissioners board meeting, several people expressed their frustration, via Zoom, about Police Lieutenant Brandon Cole being back on the job.
Double shooting leaves two brothers dead on Detroit's west side
An argument spiraled into a deadly shooting Wednesday morning when neighbors heard approximately 40 shots being fired on the city's west side.
DPD's Unsheltered Population Response Team hits the streets, helping the homeless
"It’s not something that we’ve ever had before," she said. "It’s great to be able to have a team dedicated to go out, giving them the help and connections that they need."
‘Delete these messages’: Detroit cop accused of illicit texts to 6th grade stepdaughter
A Detroit Police officer is on leave and facing jail time after he allegedly sent inappropriate texts to his 12-year-old stepdaughter - and encouraged her to delete and hide the messages.
Detroit police officer charged for sending inappropriate texts to 13-year-old girl
He is accused of texting the girl, who is the daughter of his girlfriend, by Warren police.
Detroit police ask for public's help finding burglary suspects who stole multiple TVs
The suspects fled in a black or gray Hyundai SUV. No one was at home at the time of the incident.
Detroit mom held without bond in 'egregious' child abuse case; treated son like 'garbage' prosecutor says
The 41-year-old mom was held without bond on first-degree murder and child abuse charges. Her 9-year-old son allegedly told Child Protective Services his mom would choke him and wanted to kill him.
Woman says Detroit police wrongly arrested her based on facial recognition, files lawsuit
A Detroit woman arrested last January says police used facial recognition to take her into custody and now she's suing the department.
Todd Bettison approved as Detroit's new police chief
The Detroit City Council officially voted to approve Todd Bettison as the city's new police chief during Tuesday's meeting.
Driver detained in critical injury crash on Detroit's west side
This crash is still under investigation by the Detroit Police Department.
Suspect arrested after two killed in early-morning shooting in Detroit
A man in his 30s and a woman in her 20s were found with gunshot wounds inside the residence, which is near Keeler Street.
Detroit mayor wants review of homeless outreach strategy after kids freeze to death
Officials are reeling after the discovery in a van parked at a casino in Detroit where two kids were found dead early Monday morning. According to police, both kids froze to death due to frigid winter temperatures.
Greektown death: 2 children found dead in a parked van near Hollywood Casino
Investigators are shaken by the unimaginable tragedy that one phone call could have prevented. Two children were frozen to death inside a van parked at Hollywood Casino at Greektown.
Detroit's first woman patrol officer reflects on incredible legacy
The Detroit Police Department's first woman patrol officer is reflecting on her legacy. Retired Detroit Police Sgt. Shirley Joyner is now 73 years old. She and her daughter Kyra took a walk down memory lane as it had been almost 17 years since Joyner retired.
Mother believes Detroit officers used excessive force in police-involved shooting
Body cam footage has been released of an officer-involved shooting that took place in December 2024.
Metro Detroit deep freeze: How rescuers are saving dogs from the cold
The cold weather continues to bring dangerous conditions outside in Metro Detroit. Meanwhile, dog rescue teams are driving around attempting to save animals that may be left outside in the freezing temperatures.
Detroit drug bust leads to over a dozen arrests, $400K haul
Over a dozen people were arrested on Friday after police found guns and drugs at a Detroit home.
Juvenile shot by Detroit police Friday night after brandishing gun toward officers
The individual was struck in the wrist and leg area after a police officer, fearing for his life, shot him. An AK-47-style weapon was also recovered from the scene.
Between Lions playoff, Pistons at LCA, and Detroit auto show, police expect 100,000 on Saturday
Detroit police are planning to discuss their security plan for fans during the Lions-Commanders NFC Divisional playoff game on Saturday.
Woman found fatally shot inside vehicle outside Detroit party store
The victim was discovered with a gunshot wound to her body according to investigators, at about 7:20 p.m.