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Father carjacked with 7-month-old baby inside vehicle; infant found safe, suspect at large in Detroit
By Brandon Carr at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 10, 2026
· 2 min read
Detroit police spokesperson Jasmin Barmore said a 7-month-old boy was found safe about an hour after a carjacker stole a vehicle with the infant still inside on the city’s east side.The carjacking happened shortly before noon on Friday (July 10) near Glenwood Avenue and Chalmers Street.Police sai...
Key takeaway The carjacking happened shortly before noon on Friday (July 10) near Glenwood Avenue and Chalmers Street.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The carjacking on Detroit's east side has raised concerns about public safety in the area. The fact that the suspect was able to flee and remains at large suggests that police still have work to do to ensure the community feels secure. The quick recovery of the 7-month-old baby is a relief, but the incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies. The Michigan State Police's role in locating the stolen vehicle demonstrates the importance of interagency collaboration in combating crime. As the investigation continues, residents can play a crucial part in helping to bring the suspect to justice by reporting any information to the Detroit Police Department's Commercial Auto Theft Section or Crime Stoppers. The community's assistance will be key in resolving this case and preventing similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Detroit police spokesperson Jasmin Barmore said a 7-month-old boy was found safe about an hour after a carjacker stole a vehicle with the infant still inside on the city’s east side.The carjacking happened shortly before noon on Friday (July 10) near Glenwood Avenue and Chalmers Street.Police sai...
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