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Man sentenced in police chase crash that hospitalized 73-year-old Warren man
By Dane Kelly at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A 23-year-old Redford man will spend years in jail after a police chase ended in a crash that sent a 73-year-old to the hospital.According to authorities, it started at about 11:30 a.m. on May 4 when a Hazel Park police officer attempted a traffic stop on a black pickup truck that ran a red light...
Key takeaway Police said the driver fled, reaching speeds of up to 80 mph before crashing into a car driven by a 73-year-old Warren man on Seven Mile Road.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The sentencing of Zaylin Faulkner brings closure to a disturbing incident that put the safety of Detroit -area residents at risk. The fact that the police chase reached speeds of up to 80 mph on local roads is particularly alarming, given the potential for harm to innocent bystanders. The severity of the injuries suffered by the 73-year-old Warren man, including broken legs and a broken pelvis, underscores the devastating consequences of Faulkner's actions. As the community moves forward, it will be important to examine the measures in place to prevent such high-speed chases from occurring in the future, and to ensure that those who recklessly endanger others are held accountable. The impact of this incident will likely be felt by the Warren man and his family for years to come, serving as a stark reminder of the need for vigilant public safety efforts in the Detroit area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 23-year-old Redford man will spend years in jail after a police chase ended in a crash that sent a 73-year-old to the hospital.According to authorities, it started at about 11:30 a.m. on May 4 when a Hazel Park police officer attempted a traffic stop on a black pickup truck that ran a red light...
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