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Patrol

Michigan Deputy Shot, Killed During Pursuit

Deputy Ryan J. Proxmire was part of a group of deputies who responded to the Shell Gas Station in Galesburg on Saturday night.

August 16, 2021

Patrol

Michigan Officer Seriously Injured When Suspect Crashed into Patrol Vehicle

The suspect reportedly crashed his SUV into a stationary police vehicle while fleeing from Michigan State Police troopers.

August 5, 2021

Special Units

Michigan Sheriff's K-9 Finds Woman's Lost Wedding Rings

"A few minutes later Sgt. Pelli and Dogo showed up. Dogo put his training and skills to use and sure enough he found my rings! Dogo, I’ll be bringing you ice cream to say thank you!" Elsa Green wrote.

August 2, 2021

Patrol

Poll: 90% of Detroit Residents Want More Police

In Detroit, 1 in 5 residents (19%) cited public safety as the biggest issue facing the city, second only to education, named by 23%. On a list of eight concerns, police reform ranked last, at 4%.

July 27, 2021

Special Units

Michigan State Police K-9 Killed in Crash

The MSP K-9 unit was blocking the highway because of flooding that made it too dangerous for traffic when it was hit by a car that burst into flames.

July 27, 2021

Patrol

MI Officer Pulls Crash Victim from Burning Car

Body camera footage shows the moments Harper Woods Officer Luke Pauley runs up beside the vehicle already ablaze on Interstate 94 at Moross last Sunday, opening the front passenger door.

July 5, 2021

Patrol

Detroit Leaders Draft 5-Point Plan to Address Street Racing

Interim Chief James White said he will deploy extra officers on overtime to carry out the plan's five components: Increasing police presence; strict enforcement of noise code violations; cracking down on parking lot owners who allow tailgating parties; curbing drag racing and drifting; and community engagement.

June 16, 2021

Command

Interim Detroit Police Chief is Trained Mental Health Counselor, Civil Rights Leader

At the news conference Monday, James White remarked about his training as a licensed mental health counselor and plans to seek grant funding for counseling services for Detroit police officers at each precinct.

May 19, 2021

Command

Detroit Police Chief James Craig to Retire

The city has yet to identify an interim police chief, but Mayor Mike Duggan said he is working with the Board of Police Commissioners to fill the position until they find a permanent successor for Craig.

May 12, 2021

Patrol

Detroit Officer Stabbed and Hit with Friendly Fire, Suspect Killed

The suspect was reportedly stabbing himself with the knife when police arrived on scene.

April 22, 2021

Patrol

Michigan Deputies Rescue Baby Abandoned in Woods

Thirteen squad cars responded, including a K-9 unit, and after a 30-minute search, they found the boy, "cold and wet but breathing." It's not known how long he was in the woods.

April 8, 2021

Investigations

Michigan Man Charged with Attempting to Kill Troopers with Booby Traps

Troopers obtained a search warrant and made entry. Police say the suspect had barricaded himself inside the house. After entry, troopers found that the suspect had allegedly set up a booby trap and made other preparations to harm troopers.

February 4, 2021