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Large police presence for an investigation on Detroit’s west side
By Brandon Carr at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
A large police investigation was underway on Detroit ’s west side.Update: 7-year-old boy shot multiple times, man killed in shooting on Detroit’s west sideThe scene is taking place on Wednesday (June 24) near Burgess Street, not far from Outer Drive and Fenkell Avenue.Police had not released detai...
Key takeaway Update: 7-year-old boy shot multiple times, man killed in shooting on Detroit’s west sideThe scene is taking place on Wednesday (June 24) near Burgess Street, not far from Outer Drive and Fenkell Avenue.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The shooting on Detroit's west side, which left a 7-year-old boy and a man injured, raises concerns about public safety in the area. The presence of a large police investigation near Burgess Street, Outer Drive, and Fenkell Avenue indicates the severity of the incident. As police search for evidence, including possible shell casings, residents are likely to be on edge, wondering what led to this violent incident. The fact that a child was shot multiple times is particularly disturbing, and the community will be watching closely for updates on the investigation. This incident may also prompt renewed calls for increased community policing and anti-violence initiatives in the area, which has seen its share of crime in recent years. As the police provide more information, residents will be looking for reassurance that steps are being taken to prevent such incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A large police investigation was underway on Detroit’s west side.Update: 7-year-old boy shot multiple times, man killed in shooting on Detroit’s west sideThe scene is taking place on Wednesday (June 24) near Burgess Street, not far from Outer Drive and Fenkell Avenue.Police had not released detai...
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