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Livonia police deploy grappler to take down break-in suspect
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· August 18, 2026
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Key points The Livonia Police Department announced the arrest in a press release. A 32-year-old man is facing charges related to a string of vehicle break-ins.
A 32-year-old man is facing charges related to a string of vehicle break-ins. The suspect, identified as Richard Johnson, was taken into custody on Friday.
He has been linked to a series of incidents that occurred over several weeks. The Livonia Police Department announced the arrest in a press release.
Further information about the case can be found through the Livonia Police Department's official release, which provides details about the arrest and charges against Johnson.
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Published: August 18, 2026 ·
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