Trenton

By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – A 35-year-old Detroit man who police and prosecutors said had lied to investigators regarding a homicide in the city has been released on bond, and awaits a hearing this week. Trenton Director of Police and Fire James Nardone said Aaron Sydney Marshall remains a person of interest in the murder of 64-year-old George Hite in March. According to court records, Marshall was arraigned last month before 33rd District Court Judge Michael McNally, who had imposed a $30,000 cash … [Read more...] about Person of interest in homicide free on bond, awaits hearing

By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – The city’s fire department will fall under new leadership beginning Monday, when Dean Creech is expected to be appointed to the post during the regular city council meeting. Director of Police and Fire Services James Nardone said Creech, who most recently served as deputy chief in Dearborn before retiring in 2013, has a long history in fire service in Michigan and his native Oregon. “The new fire chief brings a wealth of knowledge, experience and training,” Nardone … [Read more...] about New chief to head fire department

By JAMES MITCHELL
 Sunday Times Newspapers
 TRENTON – A 35-year-old Detroit man charged with lying to police during a murder investigation remained in custody last week after a probable cause hearing in 33rd District Court, and is scheduled for a preliminary examination of evidence this week. Aaron Sydney Marshall was charged earlier this month with lying to a peace officer during a violent crime investigation. Marshall had been a person of interest in the homicide last month of 65-year-old George Hite, the city’s first murder … [Read more...] about Suspect held after initial hearing in murder investigation

By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – Police patrols can’t be everywhere at all times, and sometimes residents step up to lend officers a hand, although police officials would prefer a little more caution. Two men were credited with apprehending a Woodhaven man who allegedly left the scene of a crash and holding him for police. According to police reports, two vehicles were involved in a crash shortly before 9 a.m. March 31. Witnesses told police a green truck made a wide turn, drove over a curb and nearly hit … [Read more...] about Hit-and-run suspect held for police

By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — Police confirmed last week the cause of death in the homicide of a 65-year-old man at his condo, the city’s first murder in nearly a decade. Police and Fire Services Director James Nardone said George Hite had been strangled to death before being discovered in his Westwood home earlier this month. Hite’s 94-year-old mother was in the home at the time, bedridden and partially tended to by a caregiver who called police when unable to contact Hite or his mother. Nardone … [Read more...] about Murder victim strangled; police continue search for killer

By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – City officials last week approved an agreement with owners of the former McLouth Steel property that should pave the way for renewed use of the site and avoid legal challenges that would likely stall progress. City Administrator Jim Wagner said the agreement between Trenton and Detroit Steel Co., owners of the 276-acre industrial site, may represent a turning point in what has been a longstanding concern. “This is a step for us to start working together,” Wagner said of … [Read more...] about City, McLouth reach agreement

By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON – City officials this week may consider taking further action to resolve long-standing questions about the future of the Riverside Hospital complex. Tuesday’s City Council agenda includes consideration of a letter from the Dangerous Buildings Board, which last month discussed options for the property including partial demolition of the long-dormant structures. Mayor Kyle Stack said the lack of progress at Riverside has become unacceptable both to city officials and the … [Read more...] about Riverside future set for council session

By JAMES MITCHELL Sunday Times Newspapers TRENTON — In spite of a slight delay, City Administrator Jim Wagner said he remains optimistic that the former Riverside Hospital property will be redeveloped and that neighboring resident concerns will be addressed. "We're moving in the right direction," Wagner said. "One way or the other we'll come to closure on this in the near future." That future can't be near enough for homeowners living near the long-dormant hospital grounds on West Jefferson. For several years false starts … [Read more...] about Progress continues at Riverside