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Man dies after being shot at his Hazel Park home
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk Samantha Sayles , WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the shooting can be obtained from Hazel Park police, who are asking anyone with information to contact them at (248) 542-6161.
A fatal shooting occurred in Hazel Park. Officers found a man with gunshot wounds after responding to reports of gunfire. The victim, a 43-year-old man, was taken to a hospital where he died.
The incident happened on a Monday afternoon at a residence. Police are investigating and believe the man was targeted. No information about a suspect has been released.
Further details about the shooting can be obtained from Hazel Park police, who are asking anyone with information to contact them at (248) 542-6161.
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Category: safety Published: August 4, 2026 Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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