Coverage of crime in Detroit focuses on law enforcement activity, criminal investigations, public safety measures and judicial proceedings. Reporting examines incidents and trends to provide clarity on the justice system.
Deashawn Victor Harrison received two years of probation after pleading guilty to setting a fire inside the Detroit convention center.
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Do you think probation and fees are a fair sentence for arson at a public venue?
Authorities have taken a person into custody following a double shooting on the city's east side.
Terrance Markyce Davis admitted to the attempted murder of federal officers during a high-speed vehicle pursuit.
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Do you believe the court system provides a fair process for people appearing remotely?
A federal court has dismissed a civil rights case after the plaintiff repeatedly refused to attend court-ordered proceedings.
Detroit police are investigating the reported theft of valuable jewelry from a woman's hotel room downtown.
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Do you support stricter sentencing policies for individuals charged with firearm offenses in your community?
Paul Anthony Culbreth faces multiple felony counts after allegedly firing shots at a Detroit high school last week.
Detroit reporting spans street-level incidents, major investigations, court cases and police department policies. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. Differences in reporting often stem from how seasonal shifts in activity correlate with public safety resources. Trends in case volume and the status of ongoing investigations are the primary factors that recur in the coverage.
