Dearborn Police
Coverage of Dearborn Police in the Nexus archive.
- Detroit police Chief Todd Bettison gives update on fatal stabbing involving teen, talks Dearborn protest
Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison provided an update on a fatal stabbing that occurred on Marx Street, noting the incident stemmed from a domestic dispute involving a 17-year-old girl and her boyfriend. During his event, he also addressed the Dearborn protest, confirming that DPD monitored the situation and provided resources to Dearborn police through mutual-aid agreements. Bettison emphasized regional cooperation as part of a "One Detroit" approach while crediting community efforts for declining crime in Detroit.
- Protest draws large crowd, SWAT response, several arrests outside Dearborn City Council meeting
Protesters gathered outside a Dearborn City Council meeting, leading to police intervention involving SWAT officers and several arrests. Organizers like Jake Lang challenged the council in public comments, ultimately tearing a Quran after being restricted by a councilmember. Mayor Abdullah Hammoud addressed the protests, urging residents to remember that Dearborn was built by people of diverse backgrounds.
- Dearborn prepares for ‘Christian Crusader March’ at upcoming city council meeting
Dearborn's city council meeting has been relocated to Henry Ford Centennial Library due to expected large crowds surrounding a planned protest called the “Christian Crusader March.” Organizers, including Jake Lang and Detroit pastor Lorenzo Sewell, cite an assault on Lang as motivation for the event. Due to safety concerns, Dearborn police and Michigan State Police plan increased presence during the meeting.
- Driver shot by police during alleged car break-in arrests in Wayne County
A driver was shot by police during an alleged car break-in arrest in Ecorse, Michigan. The driver fled, struck an officer, and was later arrested after a chase. Both the driver and the injured officer were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and the investigation is under Michigan State Police.
- Dearborn man shot in the leg by police after aiming a shotgun at them, now charged
A Dearborn man was shot in the leg by police after allegedly aiming a shotgun at officers during a welfare check. Charles Williams Housman, Jr., 52, has been charged with multiple offenses, including felonious assault and felony firearm, following the incident on July 24.
- Dearborn Police shoot man armed with long gun
Dearborn Police shot a 53-year-old man who was causing a disturbance and yelling 'die, die, die' with a long gun. The man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, and the Michigan State Police are investigating the incident.
- Dearborn school playscape melted in fire
A playscape at a Dearborn school was damaged in a fire allegedly set by two juveniles. Dearborn police report that the juveniles and their parents are cooperating with authorities.
- Police investigating shooting at mall in Dearborn, Michigan
Dearborn police are investigating a shooting at Fairlane Town Center mall. The incident occurred in Dearborn, Michigan, and law enforcement is on the scene.
- Police investigating shooting at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn
Dearborn police are investigating a shooting at Fairlane Town Center on July 3. A witness reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing a commotion, prompting police to secure the area. Mayor Abdullah Hammoud urged residents to avoid the mall during the investigation.
- Sources: 3 people shot, 2 dead at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn
Three people were shot at Fairlane Town Center in Dearborn, resulting in two deaths. The incident followed a fight between two men, prompting mall evacuation and police response. Dearborn Police and Michigan State Police are investigating.
- Baby rescued from locked car in Dearborn, officials warn heat wave can be deadly
A 1-month-old baby was rescued from a locked car in Dearborn during a heat wave after officers shattered a window to free the child. Officials warned that extreme heat can quickly become deadly for infants left in vehicles, citing national heat stroke deaths involving children.