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Detroit police shut down east side gas station, seize guns, cash and marijuana
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Randy Wimbley , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details of the operation are available from the Detroit Police Department, which conducted the search in late July.
A search warrant was executed at a Citgo gas station on the east side. Investigators found a large amount of cash and illegal substances. The gas station has been shut down by Detroit police.
Further investigation revealed the presence of guns and marijuana products. The discovery was made after a complaint about tobacco sales to minors. Details of the operation are available from the Detroit Police Department, which conducted the search in late July.
The department's findings have raised concerns about the gas station's activities.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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