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7-year-old boy shot multiple times, man killed in shooting on Detroit’s west side
By Brandon Carr at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
A 7-year-old child was critically injured after being shot multiple times, and a man was killed in a shooting on Detroit ’s west side.Update: Neighbors call for action after shooting kills man, injures child on Detroit’s west sideDetroit police Deputy Chief Tiffany Stewart said officers responded ...
Key takeaway Update: Neighbors call for action after shooting kills man, injures child on Detroit’s west sideDetroit police Deputy Chief Tiffany Stewart said officers responded to the area on Wednesday (June 24) at 9:40 p.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The shooting on Detroit's west side that left a 7-year-old boy critically injured and a man dead is a stark reminder of the city's ongoing struggle with gun violence. The fact that the child was found alone at the scene, with no parent or guardian immediately identified, raises concerns about the support systems in place for vulnerable residents. The largely vacant block where the shooting occurred, with its boarded-up homes, is also a testament to the city's challenges with blight and disinvestment. As the Detroit Police Homicide Task Force leads the investigation, community members are being asked to come forward with any information that could help solve the case. The involvement of state and federal agencies, including the Michigan State Police and the FBI, underscores the complexity and severity of the incident. Residents are urged to report any tips to Crime Stoppers or the Detroit Police Homicide Unit, as the city works to bring justice to the victims and their families.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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