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2 in custody after a breaking-in then setting fire to a weed shop in Michigan
By Jenny Marchi at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 12, 2026
· 1 min read
Two are now in custody after breaking-in and setting fire to a weed shop in Monroe.Monroe County Central Dispatch received a call at around 2 a.m. on July 12 for an alarm activation at Dacut Cannabis Company located at 14921 LaPlaisance Road in Monroe, MI.Deputies say when they arrived on the sce...
Key takeaway Monroe County Central Dispatch received a call at around 2 a.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The arrest of two Detroit men in connection with the break-in and arson at a Monroe cannabis shop raises concerns about the potential for similar crimes in the Detroit area. Given the proximity of Monroe to Detroit, it's possible that the suspects may have targeted other businesses in the region. The fact that the suspects were able to force entry, pour an accelerant, and ignite a fire before fleeing on foot suggests a level of brazenness that could be a concern for local business owners. The use of a K9 track to locate the suspects hiding in a nearby tree line also highlights the importance of effective law enforcement collaboration and resources in responding to such incidents. As the investigation continues, Detroit business owners, particularly those in the cannabis industry, may want to review their security measures to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Two are now in custody after breaking-in and setting fire to a weed shop in Monroe.Monroe County Central Dispatch received a call at around 2 a.m. on July 12 for an alarm activation at Dacut Cannabis Company located at 14921 LaPlaisance Road in Monroe, MI.Deputies say when they arrived on the sce...
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