Detroit, MI
Man accused of shooting at 2 strangers during Detroit carjackings
DETROIT (FOX 2) – A person is going through prices after authorities say shot at two victims throughout carjackings in Detroit earlier this month.
Jamiel Carothers, 33, is charged with carjacking, tried carjacking, discharging a firearm throughout against the law of violence, and felon in possession of ammunition.
Authorities say Carothers allegedly pointed a loaded gun at a sufferer at Detroit Wine & Liquor on Oct. 9 and demanded the keys to his automotive. When the sufferer complied, Carothers ordered the sufferer again within the automotive at gunpoint and demanded that he empty his pockets, whereas threatening to kill him, authorities mentioned.
The sufferer was capable of escape at a cease signal, however Carothers allegedly shot at him. He missed.
The subsequent day, Carothers allegedly demanded a sufferer’s automobile at gunpoint at a Sunoco gasoline station on West Chicago Street close to the Southfield Freeway. He pointed the gun on the sufferer’s head, however she pushed it away and fled. Whereas she was driving away, Carothers allegedly fired 4 pictures, lacking her.
“The FBI and our regulation enforcement companions have targeted important sources on probably the most violent offenders in Detroit, and carjacking topics are amongst them,” mentioned James A. Tarasca, Particular Agent in Cost of the FBI’s Detroit Area Workplace. “Armed carjacking is without doubt one of the most severe violations of public security, making folks really feel susceptible in their very own neighborhoods, and we stay dedicated to working alongside the Detroit Police Division to curb these violent offenses and bringing the perpetrators to justice.”
Detroit, MI
Gov. Whitmer asks Detroit Lions fans to design, draw team logo to support playoff run
Spirit of Detroit rocks Lions jersey ahead of historic NFL playoff run
The Spirit of Detroit statue wore a Lions jersey after their win against the Vikings helped them get their first No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs. Seen Jan. 6, 2025.
Ahead of the Detroit Lions’ Saturday showdown with the Washington Commanders in the NFL playoffs (8 p.m., FOX), Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has invited residents to submit their best artistic interpretations of the team’s logo, with a chance to be featured on the governor’s social media pages.
“The Lions have captured our hearts and made us all hopeful for a Super Bowl this year,” Whitmer said in a statement. “Join me in rooting them on by submitting your version of the team logo. Let’s show the Lions that we got their backs as they enter the playoffs.”
Residents are invited to submit their drawings of the Lions’ logo at michigan.gov/onepride.
Detroit, for the first time in the franchise’s history, earned the top seed in the conference, getting a bye week and home field advantage in the playoffs. Detroit won its second straight NFC North division title in 2024, finishing with a 15-2 record. They’ll host Washington, who is fresh off a 23-20 road win against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card round.
The winner will advance to the NFC Championship game, the same stage the Lions fell in the playoffs last year against the San Francisco 49ers. In the other NFC Divisional round matchup, the Philadelphia Eagles are hosting the Los Angeles Rams.
Detroit, MI
Police investigating after man shot on Detroit's west side
DETROIT (WXYZ) — A man was shot and killed on Detroit’s west side late Monday night, the Detroit Police Department confirmed to 7 News Detroit.
The incident happened around 11:55 p.m. on the 22000 block of W. McNichols.
Police are still investigating what led up to this shooting, and say that suspects are unknown at this time.
Anyone with more information regarding this incident can contact Detroit Police or Crime Stoppers.
Detroit, MI
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