Two men were arrested on cocaine possession, meth possession, and other unrelated drug charges earlier this week in Port Huron Township by the St. Clair County Drug Task Force, according to the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office.
Both men were arrested on Wednesday, Jan. 14, authorities tell us. The first man, 59-year-old Larenza Richey of Detroit, was pulled over at the I-94 connector and 32nd Street, with police finding that he was driving with a suspended license.
While searching the vehicle Richey was driving, a Border Patrol K9 officer alerted other officers to cocaine and heroin concealed inside of a childs car seat.
Police found 26 grams of crack cocaine, six grams of powder cocaine, eight grams of heroin, and a large amount of U.S. currency. Richey was arrested and charged with the following:
FELONY Possession of a Controlled Substance; Double Penalty (2x) FELONY Using a Computer to Commit a Crime FELONY Maintaining a Drug House
Bond for Richey was set at $25,000 cash/surety.
In a separate case, St. Clair County's Drug Task Force executed a search warrant on the 1400 block of 27th Street in Port Huron Township. After the resident of the home, 45-year-old Scott Shreeve, was arrested during a traffic stop, police seized the following items from his home.
144 grams of Methamphetamine Digital Scale Drug Paraphernalia Prescription Pills Ketamine 20 Gauge Shotgun
Shreeve was taken into custody and charged with multiple counts of possession of a controlled substance. He was arraigned last Friday, with a bond set at $50,000 cash/surety.
Sterling Heights police are investigating after five people were injured in a shooting at a house party early Saturday morning.
Watch the latest report in the video player below: Police investigating after 5 injured in shooting at house party in Sterling Heights
Police say officers responded to a report of shots fired around 1:20 a.m. in the 3000 block of 14 Mile Road.
When they arrived, officers found four people with gunshot wounds at the scene. A fifth victim reportedly transported herself to the hospital before officers arrived.
According to police, two adults at the party started arguing, pulled out guns and started firing at each other. In the shooting, police say three bystanders at the party were hit in addition to the two individuals who were firing at each other.
Police say one victim sustained significant injuries and believe the application of a tourniquet helped save that person's life. The people injured are reportedly stable.
It was very scary, my kids were sleeping, my wife was sleeping and everybody wake up and everybody got really scared," said Multazim Chowdhury who lives nearby the house where the shooting happened.
The two suspects are in police custody at a local hospital, and police say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Sterling Heights police said they were assisted by the Troy Police Department and the Warren Police Department.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call Sterling Heights police at 586-446-2825.
Three people were shot, and 2 people were stabbed at an event hall in Harper Woods on Saturday night, the Harper Woods Police Department confirms.
We're told the shooting happened around 9:20 p.m. at Platinum Affairs Hall, near Kelly Road and Moross Street.
Police say that all the victims are expected to survive. Witnesses told police that a dispute between several people preceded the shootings and stabbings.
Authorities say they have a suspect in custody, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Professional women's hockey is returning to Detroit this weekend. Two teams are facing off on neutral ice at Little Caesars Arena.
More than 14,000 people attended the March game in Detroit, giving hockey fans a chance to see the excitement of this league, now in it's third season. Facing off on Saturday night are the Vancouver Goldeneyes and the Boston Fleet.
Boston's Megan Keller is from Farmington, and Vancouver's Mellissa Channell-Watkins is from Plymouth. The athletes told us what it means to play in front of the home crowd.
"Women's hockey continues to grow throughout Detroit and youth hockey continues to get bigger and bigger, so they deserve something to look forward to once they're our age. And now I think they have something to watch and realize their dreams can come true one day; they can be the players skating on the ice at Little Caesars Arena," Keller said.
"Seeing all the girls wearing the same jerseys that I wore growing up in the stands is something that hits close to home, and it just makes me so excited to see where hockey's going to go in the future," Channell-Watkins said.
Detroit police are investigating a double shooting on Detroit's east side where one of the victims is a 1-year-old girl.
The shooting took place around 3:30 a.m. Wednesday at a home on Binder St. near E. Outer Dr.
Watch Darren Cunningham's video report below: 2 shot, including 1-year-old girl, on Detroit's east side
We're told both the little girl and the other woman who was shot are at a local hospital in stable condition. Police are searching for the suspect.
Police responded to a ShotSpotter call and found the 24-year-old woman had been shot in the hand, and the 1-year-old girl had been shot in the leg.
We're told the woman also fled the home on Binder and went to a nearby family member's home to call 911 and seek shelter.
The home had numerous bullets that went through the house. They knocked on the door. They didnt get an answer. They went inside to clear. They didnt find anyone in the front bedroom," Detroit Police Deputy Chief Arnold Williams said. We possibly had one individual who may have got out of a car, fired shots, numerous shots in front of the location. And then, he fled. And, thats where were at right now.
Police say the shooting may have stemmed from an earlier incident. Anyone with information is asked to call police.
A Detroit police officer was hospitalized after accidentally shooting himself in the foot Tuesday night, officials say.
The incident happened on the citys west side near Outer Drive and Lyndon Street.
Watch Jeffrey Lindblom's video report below: Detroit police officer accidentally shoots himself in the foot on city's west side
A police source says the officer was responding to a call of shots being fired in a neighborhood and went up to two vehicles. A person in one of the vehicles reportedly released their dog. The officer shot the dog and himself in the foot, according to the source.
The dog has died.
The officer injured is reported to be in stable condition.
Additional details were not available Tuesday night. 7 News Detroit will provide more information as it becomes available.
Less than 10 days before the end of his administration, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is set to speak later this afternoon on the city's budget surplus.
This is Duggan's last scheduled press conference as Detroit's Mayor. He's running as an Independent candidate in the 2026 gubernatorial race.
Duggan will be recapping the 2024-25 Fiscal Year and speak on the city's budget surplus. Mayor-elect Mary Sheffield will decide what to do with that money.
We plan to stream Duggan's press conference live, on both our website and our social media pages. You can watch later this afternoon (1 p.m.) at the link below.
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A person has died after being hit by a garbage truck in Westland on Monday.
The incident happened on Akron Street near Venoy and Glenwood Road and involved a Priority Waste truck.
Watch Jeffrey Lindblom's and Brittany Toolis' video reports below: Person killed after being hit by garbage truck in Westland, police investigating Person killed after being hit by garbage truck in Westland, police investigating
Additional details werent available Monday night.
The Westland Police Department Traffic Bureau is investigating.
Its sad, really sad, said Hank Jenkins, who lives nearby.
Jenkins lives across the street from the home the tragedy unfolded in front of, which he calls a group home, a place generally known for housing people needing extra help.
Police have been at that house for the last two or three weeks, I can say that, Jenkins said.
D.J. Boone, another neighbor, says hed just seen the person who he believes was the victim dangerously running through the streets and in front of cars, experiencing what he thinks may have been mental health problems.
Ive been seeing the person who was hit run out in front of the cars and stuff like that like he had a problem or something, Boone said. He is a new member at that house.
Its unclear at this time what services this home may or may not provide and to who. But neighbors agree watching an investigation into the death of someone hit and killed by a day-to-day service like picking up the trash is tragic.
So much death around this time of year is just scary man, Jenkins said.
Boone said, "I hope everyone in his family is OK and keep their heads up.
Priority Waste released the following statement Monday night:
Regarding the Westland pedestrian fatal accident Our thoughts and prayers are with the pedestrian's family, and our crew member at this time. Our truck is at the Westland scene and the crew is cooperating with investigators and emergency services.
A suspect has been charged after allegedly shooting and killing a man working as a Salvation Army bell ringer at a Kroger Store in Westland last week.
Watch Randy Wimbley's video report: Man charged after allegedly shooting and killing Salvation Army bell ringer
The victim has been identified as 47-year-old Alvin Echols, who was shot several times and collapsed inside the store. Officers tried to render life-saving aid, but he succumbed to his wounds.
Rene Miguel Zambrana, a 37-year-old Detroit man, appeared in court today. Per Westland officials, he has been charged with first-degree premeditated murder and felony firearm. Bond was denied for both offenses.
Watch our previous coverage:
Suspect arrested in deadly shooting of bell ringer at Kroger in Westland
Prosecutors say the murder may have stemmed from a "complicated personal dispute." The victim's family tells 7 News Detroit they've had a decades-long connection with the suspect.
Zambrana is set to appear in court next week and then again in January. He offered holiday wishes to a loved one before he was taken to the Wayne County jail following today's hearing.
Sgt. Erik Monson with Westland police says Zambrana confessed.
"Under Miranda, Rene stated he observed Alvin in front of Kroger on Ford Road earlier in the day on the 18th, and he returned with a firearm to shoot Alvin, which he did," Monson said.
"I can't believe you took my brother away. I can't believe you would do this to my mom, somebody who loved you," Echols' sister Amanda Stamper told 7 News Detroit, saying Zambrana was a family friend they've known for decades.
RAW VIDEO: Family speaks out as suspect charged in man's murder RAW VIDEO: Family speaks out as suspect charged in man's murder
"We talk all the time. This man claimed to love us. You knew. I lost my baby, you knew my mama already lost a child, yet you chose to murder my brother at Christmas, so every time we see a Christmas tree, we get to think my brother died around a bunch of strangers who didn't love him, a bunch of people that didn't know him," Yoland Echols said. "He was my brother, and you didn't have the right to steal his life."
Police say Zambrana was identified as a suspect shortly after the shooting last Thursday and was arrested Friday morning during a traffic stop. Following his arrest, officers searched Zambrana's home and, investigators say, found the gun used in the shooting.
Zambrana's family declined to comment on the case.
A Detroit man has been charged after prosecutors say he abandoned three of his dogs, with two of the dogs freezing to death.
Last Thursday (Dec. 18), we're told Detroit Animal Care and Control received information about three dogs that were believed to be dead in a home in the 11780 block of Kennebec. The workers found two dead dogs and another dog that was alive, who had been neglected and abandoned in the cold.
All the dogs were taken to Detroit's Animal Control Unitm, with the living dog receiving urgent medical care. After investigation, the man was arrested the same day.
Martell George, 39, has been charged with three counts of Killing/Torturing animals (second degree, seven year maximum penalty), two counts of Abandoning/Cruelty to One Animal Resulting in Death (one-year misdemeanor) and one count of Animals-Abandoning/Cruelty to One Animal (93-day misdemeanor).
George was in court this past weekend, and was given a $100,000 personal bond. He was set to appear in court again later this month and in the first week of January.
It is alleged that this defendant left his dogs without food or water in the cold and two of them froze to death. Another of his dogs that survived was found emaciate and suffering in the cold. This is a crime," said Prosecutor Kym Worthy via press release. It is a shame that we have to explain this to people. Animals are sentient beings that must be cared for. They cannot withstand the freezing cold. Just like people they must be protected during this extremely cold winter season."
People will be able to get their beloved items returned after a Berkley art and artifact restoration business shuttered its storefront location without notifying customers.
Earlier this week, 7 News Detroit went to House of Renew on Woodward Avenue and found a sign on the door saying all projects had been relocated to the owners home studio to be finished. However, customers say they weren't notified about the move, could not reach the business owner and their valuable possessions were missing.
When calling the business phone number, customers heard a voicemail message stating: "Thank you for calling House of Renew. Please leave your name, your phone number, and your claim number only, and we'll get back to you. The voicemail box is full. Please try again later.
Watch our video report from earlier this week below: Art restoration shop closes, customers' valuables missing
7 News Detroit attempted to contact owner Ruth Peppiatt at her personal number with no answer. We also visited her home, where no one answered the door. A note from Berkley police was posted on her door, indicating they also wanted to speak with her.
The Berkley Department of Public Safety said they received multiple complaints from frustrated customers seeking their items.
On Thursday, Berkley police said after reporting by 7 News Detroit, officers spoke with the owner. They say customers can request their items be returned instead of finished. Customers can make those requests by emailing houseofrenew@sbcglobal.net and including their name, phone number and claim number if thats available.
Items that arent requested to be returned will still be worked on, the owner told police.
Police will update customers who made reports to them.
A man who was working as a Salvation Army bell ringer was shot and killed at a Kroger store in Westland Thursday evening, according to a source.
Police said the shooting happened around 6:20 p.m. at the store on Ford Road near Central City Parkway.
Watch Brett Kast's video report below: Source: Salvation Army bell ringer fatally shot at Kroger store in Westland
It's unclear at this time what led up to the shooting.
The suspect is a teenage boy, Westland Mayor Kevin Coleman confirmed. Additional information about the suspect was not immediately available, including if he is in custody.
The Salvation Army released the following statement:
The Salvation Army is profoundly heartbroken by the tragic incident that took place tonight at the Kroger in Westland. We lift up in prayer all who are affected, especially the individual involved, their loved ones and the Westland community. We are working closely with the Westland Police Department as they investigate the situation. - Lt. Col. Steve Merritt, divisional commander for The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division
Police are investigating.
Kroger released a statement that reads:
We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred outside of our Westland Kroger located at 36430 Ford Road. We are cooperating with local law enforcement, and will continue to follow their guidance while the police investigation continues. To protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation, we are deferring all questions to Westland Police Department.
The Michigan Public Service Commission has approved a contract for DTE for a massive data center that will be built in Saline Township.
Watch Tiarra Braddock's video report: MPSC approves DTE contract for Saline Township data center project
I know that this conversation is happening in every state in the country right now and I would put the contracts that are in front of us today on par or better with any that have been approved in the country, MPSC Chair Dan Scripps said. "If ultimately this is a bubble, if this is all overblown and the load doesnt materialize, that again even in that worst case scenario, customers are still protected.
DTE issued the following statement on the approval:
We appreciate the Michigan Public Service Commission's review and approval of our special contracts for Oracles data center project. These contracts protect our customers including ensuring that there will be no stranded assets while enabling Michigan's growth. DTE Energy has an obligation to serve any customer, including data centers, that come into our electric service territory in southeast Michigan. Thats why weve been so focused on making sure our broader customer base is protected with these contracts to ensure they will not subsidize data center rates. We acknowledge theres a range of viewpoints and emotions about this decision. We remain deeply committed to supporting our customers and the communities we serve by delivering the safe, reliable energy they depend on each day.
The decision came during a heated public hearing, with some residents walking out after the MPSC made their decision.
Kathryn Haushalter, a mother from Saline Township who attended the hearing, blasted the commissioners following the decision, saying, "I wonder if you guys are parents. I am. I have 4 kids, and they're 4, well, she just turned 5, and 6, and 8, and 10, and 12, and I live .145 miles from the site, I see it from my bedroom window. I know you look at facts, but this is affecting real people, and I wonder if in five years you'll come over to my house and want a drink of water from my well water. Would you drink it? Would you? When the power does go out, and you have to shut off their power, and they're running hundreds of generators, diesel generators, are you going to come over with a gas mask so my kids can still play outside and get fresh air? What you did is hurting real families. You can say and justify it however you want, but I want you to remember my kids and remember me. You're hurting us. You do not serve me."
RAW VIDEO: Public comment following MPSC decision
The meeting included one commissioner noting that DTE is bearing all the risk of the project, should the company behind it, Green Chile LLC, not make payments. It was said during the meeting that that burden won't fall on other customers.
Thursday's meeting was to discuss DTE's contract to provide power to the proposed 1.4 gigawatt data center in Saline Township. The proposed center, which is designed for OpenAI by Oracle and Related Digital, has sparked heated debate in the community over costs, transparency, and its potential impact on residents.
At the last MPSC meeting on December 5, over 100 people showed up online and in person with questions and concerns. The project continues to face pushback from residents.
People that live in this area like the rural environment. We like less traffic and we life the farmland. We like the scenery, resident Patrick Gillay said.
Hear reaction from residents in Carli Petrus' video report below: Residents react after Saline Township data center deal approved
He fears the data center could bring noise and strain an already unreliable power grid and says he's disappointed the project is moving forward.
Theyre not representing properly the will of the people, Gillay said.
Still, not everyone is completely opposed.
Im definitely torn, resident Kimberly Ahrens said. "Obviously, I dont want a data center next door, in my neighborhood, but I understand that we use the technology, so its important for advancement.
Attorney General Dana Nessel has been critical of the project, calling for transparency, after only being given a highly redacted copy of the contract between DTE and developers.
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A man has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing another biker to death on a bike path in Kimball Township this fall, according to the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office.
Police say the stabbing happened on Oct. 12, on the Wadhams to Avoca bike trail. We're told the two men got into some sort of fight before one biker stabbed the other.
The victim drove himself to the hospital and died from injuries sustained from the stabbing 16 days later, according to authorities.
Kimball Township man Robert Barr, 60, was arrested for Open Murder earlier this week. He appeared in court, with bond set at $250,000 cash/surety.
Ex-University of Michigan head football coach Sherrone Moore confronted his former staffer as she was preparing to leave town December 10 after filing a report with the university, according to testimony obtained by 7 News Detroit.
Watch Simon Shaykhet's video report: 'Hes here.' Testimony reveals details of Sherrone Moore apartment incident
According to the court transcript, Pittsfield Township Detective Jessica Welker testified on December 12 that the former staffers attorney, Heidi Sharp, called police and said her client called her, saying, Hes here. Hes here. Sherrone is here.
The former staffer had reportedly tried to cut off communication with Moore on December 8, but he allegedly continued to call and text in the days leading up to the incident.
Moore reportedly barged into her apartment before the former staffer could secure the door after she heard footsteps outside.
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According to the testimony, the former staffer started backing up as he was approaching her and then Moore grabbed two butter knives out of her drawer, saying you ruined my life.
The former staffer reportedly then called her attorney and when Moore heard the attorneys voice, he backed up and turned the knives on himself, saying he was going to kill himself, according to the court transcript.
Moore eventually left the apartment and was arrested later that day.
According to the testimony, Moore also sent messages on the same date of the incident that read I hate you. My blood is on your hand.
Moore allegedly told investigators after his arrest that he was in an intimate relationship with the former staffer for about two years.
Moore was released on bond last Friday after being arraigned on multiple charges, including felony home invasion, misdemeanor stalking and breaking and entering.
The course's website said it was designed by Brian Huntley, and first opened as a championship public course in 1998.
It features 18 holes and tips out at 6,873 yards, with a practice facility that includes a driving range, 12,000-square foot putting green and chipping area.
Carrington also features a full-service restaurant with year-round service called River's Edge.
The listing said that the course hosted nearly 30,000 rounds per year in 2024 and 2025.
A 16-year-old from Highland Park is being charged after prosecutors say he shot and killed a teen in the parking lot of a Dollar General last month.
We previously reported that Avonte Herring was gunned down near the Dollar General store on Woodward Avenue and Manchester Parkway around 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25, with stray rounds from the shooting striking neighboring businesses and passing vehicles. Police say that Herring was shot in the back, and was pronounced dead on the way to the hospital.
Watch our previous coverage from Randy Wimbley
13-year-old killed in Highland Park shooting, family and community demand justice
The 16-year-old is not being charged as an adult, but he has been adult-designated. We're told that this means that, upon conviction, a judge can choose to sentence the teen as a juvenile or as an adult.
The juvenile is facing First-Degree Murder charges. He is set to appears in court again next month.
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