
Ann Arbor Police Chief Andre Anderson Steps Down
Anderson, who was sworn in as chief in February 2024, will retire effective February 2027.
This page covers criminal activity, law enforcement actions, court proceedings and public safety measures. Reporting here focuses on specific incidents and the broader trends impacting the city.

Anderson, who was sworn in as chief in February 2024, will retire effective February 2027.
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Do you believe aggressive protest tactics that target private homes and individuals should be considered criminal?
A new indictment adds four suspects to a broader case involving alleged threats against the University of Michigan.

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Do you feel adequately prepared to protect your own home from potential fire damage?
All occupants and their cat evacuated safely after a fire broke out in the garage of a large residential property.

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Do you feel safe scanning QR codes for payments in public areas?
Fraudulent stickers found on downtown meters directed drivers to malicious websites.

The city police department does not use license plate readers, though University of Michigan police own 15 unactivated units.
Olin Thurman faces felony charges following an arrest related to a residential break-in on Benjamin Street.

Day to day, that means investigations, arrests, trial outcomes and updates to department policies. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Safety concerns often track with shifts in city activity levels or public events that bring large groups together. Changing guidelines for enforcement and the steady rhythm of the judicial calendar drive the frequency of coverage.