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EASTPOINTE, Mich. – At least two people were killed in a quadruple shooting outside a Foot Locker in Eastpointe on Saturday.
Police said the shooting happened after a fight broke out between two groups outside the store on 8 Mile Road.
Police said one person pulled out gun and started beating the other person with the weapon. The weapon broke.
A woman got a gun out of the trunk and she shot four others, leaving at least two people dead. Another person grabbed her gun and fled the scene.
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Two people were killed and two were injured in a shooting outside of a Foot Locker store in Eastpointe on Saturday afternoon, Eastpointe police said.
Eastpointe Police Department Lt. Alexander Holish said his department got a call about a shooting at 2:50 p.m.
Outside of the store at the corner of East 8 Mile and Kelly roads, two groups of people had gotten into an argument, which led to a physical fight, Holish said. A shooting then occurred.
Holish said the victims are men in their 20s and 30s. Two of the victims are in stable condition at a local hospital, he said.
The department is looking for the suspect.
About a dozen bystanders were still at the scene late Saturday afternoon as police investigated. Crime tape was propped up in the parking lot, and a medical examiner's vehicle was parked in the lot.
Four people have been shot and two were killed in the parking lot of a Foot Locker in Eastpointe on Saturday afternoon.
Police tell us the shooting happened in the parking lot of the store near 8 Mile and Kelly around 3 p.m.
REPORT: 4 shot, 2 killed in parking lot of Foot Locker in Eastpointe
The other two victims are stable, we're told.
"We're very lucky that bullets didn't enter the store," Eastpointe Police Department Detective Lt. Alexander Holish said.
Police say they do not have a suspect in custody, but they do not believe there is any threat to the public. We're told the suspect fled the scene in a four-door black Sedan.
We're told the shooting stemmed from a fight that happened between two groups of people.
Anyone who witnessed this incident is asked to call Eastpointe Police Department at 586-445-5100.
Eastpointe police investigate the scene of a shooting in the parking lot of a Foot Locker store on East 8 Mile Road in Eastpointe on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
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The suspect took a gun from a vehicle and began shooting at the victims after the argument turned violent
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Two men have died and two others are injured after a shooting outside a Foot Locker store in Michigan, according to police
The shooting occurred in the parking lot of the store in Eight Mile Road
according to the Eastpointe Police Department
"We know there were two groups of people that got into an argument
the suspect discharged a weapon," said Eastpointe Police Department Detective Lieutenant Alexander Holish
The suspect is alleged to have taken a handgun from a vehicle and then started shooting
He then fled the scene in a black four-door sedan
One man died at the scene while the three other men were taken to hospital
The authorities say the suspects and victims knew each other
and that the two groups had been arguing outside the shoe store beforehand
No arrests have yet been made as police try to track down the suspect, who is believed to have left the scene in the car with several females inside, reported local outlet Metro Detroit News
The two injured victims are aged between 20-30 years old
Customers inside the store reportedly watched the incident in fear for their lives and were fortunate not to be caught in the crossfire
"We know there were two groups of people that got into an argument
“We are lucky that no innocent bystanders got hit by a stray bullet
We are very lucky that bullets didn't enter the store.”
One witness, who told CBS News his wife was working in a nail salon nearby at the time, said he was concerned about violence in the area.
“I got two young men myself, so I'm concerned about what's going on in the community," said Detroit resident Derrick Johnson.
"When I come out to see this keeps happening, it's a shame, man.
“We gotta stop doing this to one another. It doesn't make any sense."
Anyone who witnessed the altercation should call Eastpoint Police Department at 586-445-5100.
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EASTPOINTE
– A 35-year-old man from Detroit was killed in Eastpointe after being struck by two different vehicles on I-94
It happened near 10 Mile Road at about 9:30 p.m
According to authorities
a 35-year-old man from Detroit was involved in a single-vehicle crash in the westbound lanes
leading to him getting out on the left shoulder
Police said another driver lost control of their vehicle
drove off the freeway and onto the shoulder and struck the man
The first driver, a 30-year-old man from Detroit, was arrested on suspicion of operating while intoxicated. The other driver was released from the scene.
Michigan State Police are urging residents to stay inside their vehicles with a seat belt buckled in the event of an emergency.
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EASTPOINTE — The city of Eastpointe is one of three cities to be awarded a grant by the Consumers Energy Foundation
Eastpointe received a $250,000 grant as a winner of the Consumers Energy Foundation’s 2025 Planet Award.
The grant is to fund the city’s GreenPointe Community Initiative
which focuses on bioretention systems and tree planting to manage stormwater
reduce urban heat and engage the community in sustainable practices
according to a press release from Consumers Energy
Eastpointe Mayor Michael Klinefelt said that he was excited that the city was selected for the grant
“Eastpointe is always looking for opportunities to improve our green infrastructure and reduce stormwater runoff,” he said
The GreenPointe Community Initiative was started in 2023 by an Eastpointe resident who hoped to inspire Eastpointe residents to request trees to be planted in easements between sidewalks and streets throughout the city
The trees are provided through a partnership with Green Macomb
a program aimed at providing trees to communities seeking to increase tree canopies
The goal of the GreenPointe initiative is to advance climate equity and resilience in Eastpointe
Eastpointe’s sustainable solutions fellow
“Through nature-based infrastructure improvements
including bioretention cells and tree planting initiatives
the city will work toward protecting freshwater bodies
improving air quality and fostering community engagement in sustainable places,” she said in an email
“It feels incredible to have received this generous award
as I know it has been a long time coming for Eastpointe.”
The Consumers Energy Foundation provides Planet Awards to Michigan nonprofits for projects that are aimed at impacting preservation and restoration of Michigan’s land
The awards are the first of three grant opportunities that the foundation provides each year
the funding will go toward constructing rain gardens and bioretention cells along Nine Mile Road
which will capture and filter stormwater runoff
draw in native pollinators and bolster the community’s connection to natural systems
Additionally there is also a tree equity improvement program as part of the initiative
which aims to increase the city’s tree canopy coverage and develop a small tree nursery in an underutilized park
“The initiative as a whole has a strong emphasis on environmental equity and community-focused growth,” she said
Residents who want to receive a tree can visit eastpointemi.gov/community/tree_equity_improvement_program.php to fill out an interest form
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EASTPOINTE, Mich. – Two women were arrested, and police have shut down an Eastpointe massage parlor for allegedly offering sexual acts.
The incident occurred on Wednesday (April 9), as officials said workers offered patrons sexual favors.
Police confirmed to Local 4 that two women were arrested at the parlor on Kelly Road near Lister Avenue.
The arrests came after an undercover officer entered the business and asked for a massage, and was offered sex for money.
Police said the business only targeted men.
“They would only use males as customers,” said Eastpointe Lieutenant Alex Holish. “As a matter of fact, we sent a female undercover officer to get a massage, and they denied her entry. And they did not entertain her. And after that, we sent a male officer, and they welcomed him in. Started a legitimate massage, and at the end, they offered him a sexual favor.”
Police think both of the women arrested were actually living at the business.
Officers expect to interview the business owner within the next few days.
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As more young families moved to Palm Beach Gardens
Eastpointe Country Club knew it had to implement some changes
Its amenities had previously catered to an older demographic
So club management decided to add a multifaceted facility that would meet the needs of current and future members alike
it was designed with community engagement and a sense of belonging in mind
it appeals to a wide range of ages and interests with its bistro
a fitness facility and a large pool area with outdoor dining
Eastpointe Country Club has seen a high return on its investment
with revenues increasing ever since The Pointe opened in May 2023
The primary driver of this upturn in finances
the club has a more active and engaged community than ever before
“We have seen increased participation in health and wellness activities,” Feller said
“The Pointe has also strengthened our appeal to younger families
who are now exploring membership opportunities.”
The Pointe’s 7,800-square-foot fitness facility with its high-tech equipment and Pilates room
since it can be used for business meetings and family gatherings in addition to regular dining
To increase its reputation as a family-friendly club
DiVosta Homes has recently added 75 new housing units on the property
helping the club to increase its membership even more
Eastpointe is well positioned to attract new members and provide lasting value,” Feller said
Eastpointe hasn’t lost sight of its primary amenity: golf
master putting green and short game areas were restored
“These upgrades ensure our golf facilities remain among the region’s finest,” Feller said
strengthening financial stability and ensuring the club remains a premier destination for years to come.”
Golf courses have long found a groove in managing many areas of their operation
but one that seems to consistently lag behind is food and
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An Eastpointe father was sentenced to two years of probation after he pleaded no contest in January on charges after his young son shot himself in the hand with his father's handgun last summer
Demetrius Owens pleaded no contest to a felony firearms safe storage violation and an added count of fourth-degree child abuse
The records indicate Owens also was sentenced to 93 days in the county jail
Owens, then 27, was charged after the county prosecutor's office said his son, then 3, shot himself in the hand with his father's handgun
according to a prior release from the county prosecutor's office
Next month, Theo Nichols, of Warren — the first person in Macomb County charged under Michigan's new firearms safe storage law last year — is to be sentenced in the circuit court
Nichols pleaded guilty in February
accidentally shot himself in the face with his father's unlocked and loaded gun
He pleaded guilty to a felony firearms safe storage violation and an added count of fourth-degree child abuse
are to be dismissed at his April 1 sentencing
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A Lotto 47 ticket purchased in Eastpointe is now worth $1.1 million, according to the Michigan Lottery
matched the six numbers drawn Saturday — 9
Lotto 47 tickets are valid for one year from the date of the drawing
More: Lottery ticket purchased in Westland wins $25,000 a year for life
The winner should contact the Lottery’s Player Relations division at 844-917-6325 to set up an appointment to claim their prize
This is the eighth time in 2024 and the third time in three weeks that a player has won the Lotto 47 jackpot
— FOX 17 first told the story of Eastpointe Commons back in November
The apartment complex provides a place to stay for low-income people
READ MORE: 'Housing is a human right': Hope Network apartments house low-income, people experiencing homelessness
we followed up to find out how things are going at the around $40 million housing complex
who successfully found housing at Eastpointe Commons
That meant Terry could no longer teach guitar lessons
Terry was told he had one week to leave where he was living
Terry says the process was at times difficult
just to get to how I feel right now,” Terry Swanson said
Terry was placed in Eastpointe Commons thanks to the help of Community Rebuilders and Hope Network
Our organization helps individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness
So he came in through our coordinated entry system for the community
He was able to connect with our housing resource specialist and with Hope Network to complete an application for Eastpointe Commons," Anna Diaz
Eastpointe Commons has more than 40 available apartments for people like Terry who are in need of permanent supportive housing
We partner with Community Rebuilders on a variety of things
they’re a partner to make sure that services that the folks that are getting permanent supportive housing are delivered through them,” Anthony Barker
executive director of Hope Network Housing and Community Development
This happened only after the relief of finding housing
“They’re doing infusion therapy once a month
now that I’m so relieved about having a place
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A 23-year-old man accused of resisting arrest and injuring an Eastpointe police officer this week has been charged
Arron Trotter was arraigned Thursday in 38th District Court in Eastpointe
Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a statement
The Detroit resident was charged with 10 felonies
including assaulting a police officer and causing serious impairment
four counts of using a firearm during the commission of a felony
and being a felon in possession of a firearm
A judge set Trotter's bond at $1 million and scheduled his next court hearing for March 11
he faces up to 15 years in prison for the assault on a police officer charge
two years for each count of felony firearm
and five years for being a felon in possession of a firearm
Court records on Friday did not list an attorney for Trotter
Authorities allege Trotter injured an Eastpointe police officer during a traffic stop on Tuesday
Police said the officer pulled over a Ford Crown Victoria on Gratiot Avenue
officers learned there was an arrest warrant out for his arrest and took him into custody
They said officers also instructed the car's other occupant to exit the vehicle because it was going to be towed and impounded
allegedly refused to obey the officer's commands
He also allegedly refused to remove his hands from his pockets
After he continued to disobey their commands
Police said after they handcuffed Trotter they found a loaded handgun on him as well as an amount of Suboxone
Prosecutors said the injured officer would require surgery
"Resisting arrest is not just an act of defiance — it endangers the lives of those sworn to protect us," Lucido said in a statement
"Law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every single day
facing unpredictable and often dangerous situations to uphold justice and keep our communities safe
We will pursue justice to the fullest extent of the law."
According to the Michigan Department of Corrections
Trotter was convicted of carrying a concealed weapon and resisting arrest in Wayne County in 2021
he was convicted of third-degree fleeing and eluding police in the same county
He was discharged from probation last August
He is the latest Metro Detroiter to be accused of injuring a police officer
Two weeks ago, a Warren police officer was injured in a car crash as he chased a suspect fleeing from a traffic stop
Last month, a 19-year-old Detroit man was ordered to stand trial for allegedly dragging a police officer with a vehicle while fleeing on the city's west side
Weeks earlier, a Detroit police officer was injured after being dragged by a car fleeing a traffic stop on the city's east side
Two businessmen have filed a federal lawsuit against the city of Eastpointe over the city rejecting their plans to open a gas station
alleging they were treated differently from other property owners because of their religion
The men are the two members of Dearborn-based Ultima Investment Group
District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan on Tuesday
The suit says the company is entitled to "damages for the City’s deprivation of its constitutional rights to equal protection of the laws."
who are both of Arab Middle Eastern descent and Muslim
sought to build a gas station and restaurant at 15000 East 10 Mile Road
Eastpointe's Planning Commission voted not to recommend approval of Ultima’s application for a special land use
the City Council approved the Planning Commission’s recommendation
The lawsuit says that over a year later, the city approved a special land use for a Sheetz gas station and restaurant in a different location
and the project was "proposed under the same circumstances as that proposed by Ultima." Sheetz plans to open a store at 19001 East Nine Mile Road in Eastpointe
The lawsuit says that the principals of Sheetz aren't of Middle Eastern descent and aren't Muslim
"Ultima was treated adversely and differently than other property owners
who were similarly situated to Ultima," according to the complaint
Eastpointe City Attorney Richard Albright on Wednesday said his office hasn't been served with the lawsuit yet
He said he's not familiar with the lawsuit
he will be in a better position to comment
didn't respond to a request for comment by the time of publication
the city sent Ultima the Planning Commission's decision not to recommend to the City Council that it approve the company's application for a special land use
the city stated several reasons for the denial
including that the city had completed planning work to re-envision the area as a neighborhood mixed-use District
"which does not allow for the proposed uses," according to the lawsuit
Among other reasons include that the project is not harmonious with the 2040 Master Plan goal to “remediate potential brownfield contamination" and that the project would most likely lead to "an excessive or additional cost to public services" because it does not provide a decommission plan or surety bond for the removal of the underground storage tank
"The project is not harmonious with the existing character because there are eight gas stations within a 3-mile stretch
two gas stations directly across the street
so the proposed use does not create a well-rounded
harmonious neighborhood," the lawsuit said
The lawsuit argued that there was no evidence to support any of these alleged reasons for not recommending approval of Ultima’s application
The suit also states that the city's assertion that the project did not include a decommission plan or surety bond is incorrect
as Ultima offered to put in place a surety bond if the city required it
(WXYZ) — With a lot of animal shelters around Detroit at maximum capacity
shelters are doing what they can to keep people from abandoning or surrendering their pets
Eastpointe Animal Control is helping residents keep their furry family members in their homes by opening the Feeding the Four Legged Friends Pet Pantry
The pantry was built back in November 2024 and has served over 300 families and their pets in the few months it has been open
escaped from their house a couple months ago
he was ready to surrender the dog due to a difficult financial situation
“We were kind of tight to feed the dogs so sometimes
But while Lewis was searching for his beloved pet
he met an animal control officer who informed him about the pet food pantry program
Lewis is able to keep his furry family member in his home and make sure everyone in the family has a full belly when they go to bed.
“It’s been a blessing for me and my family
I can provide for my family and my dog.” Lewis said
Ashley Sanchez is the Eastpointe Animal Control officer Lewis met when looking for Blue
She explained to me that this food pantry has dramatically reduced the number of surrender requests the shelter receives
and it's all thanks to support from other organizations like:
“Something simple as providing a big bag of dog food that could save them $30 for a tank of gas or a little bit on their light bill or you know
The goal is to help keep the family members together with their pets
So if we can help each other provide and collaborate
we can achieve the unachievable," Sanchez said
If you would like to make a donation to the pet food pantry
you can drop off donations to the Eastpointe Animal Control building at 17850 10 Mile Road in Eastpointe
If your family is in need of pet food, you can message the Eastpointe Animal Control Facebook page a picture of your ID and pets and they will arrange pick up information with you
Arron Trotter, 23, of Detroit has been charged in connection with a traffic stop in Eastpointe.
The incident occurred on Tuesday (Feb. 25) after an Eastpointe police officer conducted the traffic stop on a Ford Crown Victoria on Gratiot Avenue.
Officials said the driver was arrested for having an open warrant.
Trotter, who was a passenger, was asked to leave the vehicle because it was being towed.
It is alleged that Trotter would not obey officers' commands and take his hands out of his pockets.
Trotter continued to refuse officers' commands and was told he was being placed under arrest.
It is alleged that Trotter resisted arrest, causing injury to one of the officers.
Once handcuffed, Trotter was found to have Suboxone and a loaded handgun. The injured officer required surgery.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office charged Trotter with the following:
He was also charged as a habitual fourth offender.
Trotter was arraigned in 38th Eastpointe District Court, where he was given a set bond at $1,000,000 cash/surety only.
If the bond is posted, Trotter is to wear a GPS tether, be on home confinement, not leave the state of Michigan, and have no alcohol, drugs, weapons, or contact with any witnesses.
He was also referred to Community Corrections for a mental health assessment.
A probable cause conference is scheduled for Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at 8 a.m., and a preliminary exam is scheduled for Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 8 a.m.
the Pennsylvania-based convenience and gas station chain that is quickly expanding throughout metro Detroit
this week announced three more stores in Warren
a couple of months after opening its first Michigan store in Romulus
That means, as the company has pitched to those cities, more places to get cheap gas, yummy snacks, and hot food that the company refers to as MTO, made-to-order, at all hours, and jobs
as some residents fear and have raised as concerns at city council hearings
and noise at all hours of the day and night — and
The new store addresses will be: 1925 Van Dyke Ave.
is — as you might guess — named after the family that started it
if you think Sheetz sounds a little like a vulgarity
The company — and family that runs it — is well aware of the laughter at its expense but has embraced it, even worked that into its marketing to help you remember the name, asking, as a tagline, in ads and commercials, "Why the Sheetz not?"
More: Sheetz CEO visits to Romulus, learns about Michigan left, Detroit pizza and hand maps
Company CEO Travis Sheetz said he understands the reasons "why not" that some initially have
but not everyone wants to live next to one." But
brings about 30-35 jobs per location with pay starting at just under $15 an hour
and stock ownership — and they enhance a community's tax base
The company also touts that it's ranked on various lists as a good place to work
When Sheetz opened its first Michigan store in late August
Local officials gave speeches and the new employees and executives gave away lots of free stuff
including big donations to local nonprofit organizations
Sheetz announced plans to open another new location in Romulus on Middlebelt Road just north of Interstate 94
The company plans to dot much of metro Detroit
Contact Frank Witsil: 313-222-5022 or fwitsil@freepress.com
EASTPOINTE, Mich. – A man was arrested after police say he disguised himself before shooting at Eastpointe police during a shooting investigation.
The shooting occurred on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. in the 15000 block of 9 Mile Road. Police were in the area investigating a report of a shooting.
When they got to the scene, Eastpointe police located the victim, who had been shot in the chest. Officials said the victim was rushed to a Metro Detroit hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.
Police said that the victim was currently in a relationship with the suspect’s ex-girlfriend, and the suspect was very unhappy about it. The suspect approached the victim wearing a wig, tight pink pants, a pink shirt, and a black jacket.
Police said the suspect tried to disguise himself as a woman. The suspect spoke with the victim for a short period of time.
The suspect then produced a black handgun and shot the victim once in the chest before leaving the scene and going out of the view of security cameras, according to police.
Eastpointe Detective Bureau and Special Investigation Unit identified the suspect and his location.
A search warrant was obtained for the suspect’s residence in the 17000 block of Albian Street in Detroit.
With assistance from the Detective Bureau, the Eastpointe Special Response Team executed the search warrant.
While Officers were trying to gain entry to the house, the suspect fired one round at them through the front door.
Officials said the bullet missed all officers who were located on the front porch.
Officers did not return the fire because they did not have a clear view of the suspect. Officers took up a defensive position and were able to negotiate with the suspect to surrender.
The suspect and his girlfriend were taken into custody for further investigation.
An Eastpointe man was found guilty last week in the 2023 shooting of his wife's son
was convicted by a Macomb County Circuit Court jury of several charges after a five-day trial
the county prosecutor's office said in a statement
Officials said he was found guilty of assault with intent to murder
a life felony; being a felon in possession of a firearm
a five-year felony; being a felon in possession of ammunition
also a five-year felony; four counts of using a firearm during the commission of a felony
a two-year felony; and resisting a police officer
Walker was charged and convicted as a habitual fourth offender
He is scheduled to be sentenced on April 2
said Thursday that the case was a difficult one for everyone involved
"The facts were especially problematic — for both sides
"I would hope that this was a difficult decision for the jury
especially given the high number of inconsistent and conflicting statements made by the witnesses at trial
"And while I disagree that the prosecutor established guilt beyond a reasonable doubt for the assault with intent to murder charge
Walker was not guilty of assaulting his wife with a dangerous weapon."
Authorities allege Walker shot his stepson multiple times at an Eastpointe home on Dec
Investigators said Walker's wife fled the house after the shooting but he chased her
pointed a gun at her and tried to pull the woman back into the home
which prompted him to retreat into the house
"I am grateful to the Eastpointe Police Department for their swift response
which undoubtedly saved lives that day," Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a statement
"We also appreciate the jury’s time and dedication in delivering justice in this case."
On Monday, a man in west Michigan shot and wounded his girlfriend and her sister, and killed their mother, police said. Officials also said Gilberto Hernandez-Mendez was in the U.S
This month, a Farmington woman died after being shot by her husband
In January, a Clinton Township man was found guilty in the 2023 murder of his wife
A Detroit man accused of shooting a man and firing at police in Eastpointe last week has been charged
was arraigned Monday through 38th District Court in Eastpointe on 18 felony charges
including six counts of assault with intent to murder and eight counts of using a firearm during the commission of a felony
the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office said
A magistrate set Davidson's bond at $2 million and scheduled a probable cause conference for next Wednesday
A preliminary examination in the case against him is scheduled for Jan
the magistrate forbade the defendant from leaving the state
consuming drugs or alcohol in addition to home confinement
He also ordered Davidson not to possess any weapons or firearms and not to have any contact with the victim or witnesses
Court records did not list an attorney for Davidson on Wednesday
Authorities allege Davidson on Friday drove to the Eastpointe apartment of a man dating his ex-girlfriend
Police reported he waited for the man and shot him in the chest when arrived at his home
They said the victim is expected to make a full recovery
Investigators said when police executed a search warrant at Davidson's home
the defendant allegedly shot at five Eastpointe officers through his front door before he was arrested
"We are grateful for the bravery of our police officers
who face danger head-on to protect and serve," Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a statement
"Their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe deserves our deepest respect and appreciation."