Police & Courts

Published April 6, 2021

C&G Newspapers

MACOMB COUNTY — For over a year now, the Macomb County judicial system has largely operated remotely, from moving court proceedings to Zoom and YouTube, to delaying in-person jury trials.

Published April 5, 2021

Birmingham - Bloomfield Eagle

Police investigate local bar after social media outcry

BIRMINGHAM — At least four investigations are in progress now, according to police, after a social media post made waves last month accusing the Rose Room bar of drugging female patrons on multiple occasions.

Published April 5, 2021

Warren Weekly

Warren Police Department eyes return to budgeted strength

WARREN — Down two dozen officers for most of 2020, the Warren Police Department is eyeing a return to full, budgeted strength by July.

The Michigan State Police is putting more than 1,250 calming bags in all of its patrol vehicles to help during interactions with people on the autism spectrum.

Published April 4, 2021

Metro

State police outfit vehicles with calming kits to help people with autism

METRO DETROIT — April is Autism Awareness Month, and the Michigan State Police is joining with other law enforcement agencies to not only raise awareness about autism, but also include new calming bags in their patrol vehicles.

The West Bloomfield Police Department has reported an increase in scams against residents. Sgt. Jeff Fletemier, Detective Pete Canelopoulos and Lieutenant Kevin Roy handle fraud cases.

Published April 4, 2021

West Bloomfield Beacon

West Bloomfield Police Department reports an increase in fraud cases

WEST BLOOMFIELD — An increase in frauds perpetrated against township residents has gotten the attention of the West Bloomfield Police Department.

Published April 4, 2021

Warren Weekly

Warren police move to curb speeders, drag racers

WARREN — Citizen complaints about lead-footed drivers in part prompted a recent crackdown on speeding and drag racing along Mound Road, Warren police officials said.

Six arrested in murder of Eastpointe man

Published April 2, 2021

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Six arrested in murder of Eastpointe man

EASTPOINTE — Six suspects have been charged in connection with the murder of a 38-year-old Eastpointe man who was killed Dec. 9, 2020.

Published April 2, 2021

Warren Weekly

Two injured in motorcycle crash, investigation ongoing

CENTER LINE — Two people were injured and an investigation remained ongoing after a head-on collision involving a motorcycle and a car on Van Dyke Avenue north of 10 Mile Road on March 27.

Published March 31, 2021

Metro

Woman killed in crash on Gratiot in Roseville

ROSEVILLE — The Roseville Police Department is investigating a deadly crash that occurred March 28 on Gratiot Avenue.

Just before 6 a.m. March 23, police responded to Ascension St. John Hospital Health Center at 23 Mile in Macomb Township. Police say a deceased man was found outside the facility. It is now being investigated as a suicide.

Published March 30, 2021

Macomb Township Chronicle

Investigation continues after body found outside hospital; officials suspect suicide

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — A case centered around a dead body found in Macomb Township is now being investigated as a suicide.

Clawson Police Department issues departmental awards

Published March 28, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Clawson Police Department issues departmental awards

CLAWSON — During the March 16 Clawson City Council meeting, Clawson Police Chief Scott Sarvello announced the 2020 departmental awards for police officers and a resident of the city.

Royal Oak police to ramp up enforcement on Woodward Avenue

Published March 27, 2021

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak police to ramp up enforcement on Woodward Avenue

ROYAL OAK — As temperatures heat up, so does Woodward Avenue in terms of hot rods, burning rubber and the crowds that gather along the thoroughfare.

Published March 27, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

Shelby police still seeking tips on fatal hit-and-run on Schoenherr Road

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Shelby Township Police Department is still asking for the public’s help in finding the suspect and vehicle that fatally struck a young woman at the intersection of 23 Mile and Schoenherr roads at approximately 10:20 p.m. Oct. 1.

Published March 26, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

Police warn residents not to leave valuables in vehicles

UTICA — The Utica Police Department is warning residents not to leave valuables in their vehicles for any amount of time unattended, especially after a resident’s handgun was taken from his vehicle March 7.

Published March 24, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Grosse Pointe Park Public Safety director candidates to undergo initial interviews this month

GROSSE POINTE PARK — Grosse Pointe Park is getting closer to naming a new public safety director, and many are hoping that person will be able to address issues of racial bias that have long troubled the community.

Published March 23, 2021

Grosse Pointe Times

Suspect in larcenies from autos, other crimes arraigned on multiple charges

GROSSE POINTES — A suspect with a lengthy criminal history has been arrested after a multi-city investigation.

A vehicle fleeing from Royal Oak police crashed into a light pole at Woodward and South Washington avenues in the early morning hours of March 17. Police said the driver, 18-year-old Souhib Zokari, died at Beaumont Hospital as a result of his injuries.

Published March 22, 2021

C&G Newspapers

High-speed police chase ends in fatal single-vehicle crash

ROYAL OAK/MADISON HEIGHTS — An 18-year-old is dead following a high-speed police chase that began in Madison Heights and ended with the fleeing driver striking a light pole at southbound Woodward and South Washington avenues in Royal Oak.

Three men sentenced, fined $20,000 for illegally hunting, baiting waterfowl

Published March 22, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Three men sentenced, fined $20,000 for illegally hunting, baiting waterfowl

MACOMB COUNTY — Three Harrison Township men were recently arraigned and sentenced after allegedly illegally hunting and baiting waterfowl.

Published March 22, 2021

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Clinton Township Police Chief Posavetz dies from COVID-19 complications

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Clinton Township Police Chief Fred Posavetz died March 22 from complications associated with COVID-19, according to local officials. He was 64 years old.

Published March 22, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Clawson domestic shooting results in 2 dead, 1 injured

CLAWSON — According to police, a 15-year-old Clawson Public Schools student is dead after a domestic shooting at the hands of her stepfather, who is also dead by suicide, and a neighbor is recovering after suffering a gunshot wound to her leg.