By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE — A 40-year-old Melvindale man was arrested at 2:32 a.m. June 2 near Fort and Cedar streets for possession of narcotics following a routine traffic stop. The traffic stop was initiated when the license plate indicated that the vehicle was not insured. It was subsequently discovered that the driver did not have a valid license. … [Read more...] about Routine traffic stop results in illegal drug arrest
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Wallet stolen from unsecured vehicle
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — A man who parked his maroon 2005 Ford F-150 the afternoon of May 22 at AutoServ, 17615 Allen Road, with the driver’s side window down and the doors unlocked, returned 30 minutes later to find a fanny pack containing his wallet and other items missing. Surveillance camera footage showed a white male wearing a white and blue hoodie, tan cap, dark jeans and dark shoes walking near the vehicle and reaching inside. The victim said the missing items included six credit … [Read more...] about Wallet stolen from unsecured vehicle
Wheels and rims stolen from two vehicles
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — The driver’s side wheels and rims from a silver 2011 Dodge Durango and a silver Jeep Patriot were stolen the afternoon of May 22 while the vehicles were parked in a lot at 19120 Dix Ave. Thick firewood was used to prop up the vehicles after the wheels and rims were removed, and a car jack and extra logs were found left behind. There was no surveillance camera footage, and no suspects. … [Read more...] about Wheels and rims stolen from two vehicles
Pharmacy break-in nets prescriptions
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — Melvindale Pharmacy, 18287 Allen Road, was subject to a break-in at 4:33 a.m. May 17, to which police officers responded. The rear door of the store had been forced open, and after clearing the building the responding officers began investigating the scene, finding empty pill bottles scattered throughout. The owner arrived on scene and shared surveillance camera footage, which showed three Black males wearing ski masks and gloves entering the building and … [Read more...] about Pharmacy break-in nets prescriptions
Family fight results in assault and battery
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE — Police officers responded the afternoon of April 23 to a report of a domestic assault and battery in the 17000 block of Palmer Street, where they found a man bleeding from a stab wound to his upper left arm and to his torso. While applying first aid, the police officers learned that he was injured when he tried to intervene in a physical altercation occurring between his mother and sister. One of the women had fled the scene before they arrived. … [Read more...] about Family fight results in assault and battery
Bark on Biddle brings paws-itive fun to Bishop Park
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers WYANDOTTE – Pooches and the people who love them filled Bishop Park May 29 to 31 for the annual Bark on Biddle, which featured contests, entertainment and doggone fun. Ultimate Air Dogs provided an opportunity for dogs to show off their retrieval skills after leaping into a swimming pool, while Lucky Dogs Lure Coursing provided a chance for eager canines to chase pseudo prey inside an enclosed course. Animal rescue groups were on hand to offer adoptable animals, while musical … [Read more...] about Bark on Biddle brings paws-itive fun to Bishop Park
Vietnam Veterans Memorial ‘The Wall That Heals’ replica coming to Taylor
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers TAYLOR – The Wall That Heals, a Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica and mobile education center, will be at Heritage Park, 12111 Pardee Road, from 2 p.m. Aug. 12 to 2 p.m. Aug. 16. The visit coincides with the Junior League World Series, so Heritage Park will experience a high volume of visitors. The Wall That Heals is the official three-quarter-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, providing an emotional and cathartic experience for veterans, their families and the community at … [Read more...] about Vietnam Veterans Memorial ‘The Wall That Heals’ replica coming to Taylor
Lopez sentenced to life for murder of Melvindale Police Officer Said
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers MELVINDALE – Michael Lopez, 44, of Southfield was sentenced to life without parole June 5 for the killing of 23-year-old Melvindale Police Cpl. Mohamed Said. At a car wash near the intersection of Oakwood Boulevard and Clarann Street in Melvindale on July 21, 2024, Said conducted a traffic stop, from which Lopez allegedly fled on foot. During the subsequent chase, Lopez allegedly produced and fired a handgun, fatally wounding Said. A day later the Michigan State Police Emergency Support Team … [Read more...] about Lopez sentenced to life for murder of Melvindale Police Officer Said
Wall of Tears commemorates children killed in Gaza
Dearborn first U.S. city to host exhibition By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN – The Wall of Tears, a 100-foot-long mural displaying the names of more than 18,000 children killed in Gaza since October 2023, opened June 11 in PEACE Park East. Created my Brooklyn artist Phil Buehler, Dearborn is the first U.S. city to display the Wall of Tears. The children listed, some with photos, died during wartime bombings, with more than 1,000 children not yet a year old. Thousands of more children are believed to be dead … [Read more...] about Wall of Tears commemorates children killed in Gaza
Southgate Veterans Library cancels, then reinstates third annual Pride event
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers SOUTHGATE – A third annual Pride event scheduled for 2 p.m. June 13 at Southgate Veterans Memorial Library was canceled, then reinstated two days before the event was scheduled to take place. Joanna Whaley, a member of the LGBTQ+ community who is a Democrat running for the 2nd District state House seat, said June 11 that the Library Network stepped in and provided the funding needed to host the third annual Southgate Pride event, which will celebrate Pride and feature crafts, glitter henna and … [Read more...] about Southgate Veterans Library cancels, then reinstates third annual Pride event