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Police chase in Warren involving juveniles ends in crash, killing innocent driver
By Lauren Kostiuk, Erik Yettaw at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· June 20, 2026
· 3 min read
An innocent driver died early Thursday morning after a car fleeing police ran a red light and slammed into another car, driven by a Detroit man who was trying to get home.Remeious Washington, 48, of Detroit, was killed at the intersection of 8 Mile Road and Schoenherr Road at approximately 1:58 a...
Key takeaway Remeious Washington, 48, of Detroit, was killed at the intersection of 8 Mile Road and Schoenherr Road at approximately 1:58 a.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The tragic loss of Remeious Washington raises concerns about public safety in the Detroit area, particularly when it comes to high-speed police chases. The fact that the chase involved juveniles and ended in a fatal crash at a busy intersection like 8 Mile and Schoenherr roads is especially alarming. As the Warren Police Department investigates the incident, the community will be watching to see how the department reviews its pursuit policies and procedures. The family's questions about the chase and the response time of officers are valid and warrant a thorough examination. This incident also highlights the need for continued efforts to address vehicle-related crimes in Warren and surrounding areas, which have been a persistent problem in recent days. The community will be looking for answers and assurances that steps are being taken to prevent such tragedies from happening again.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? An innocent driver died early Thursday morning after a car fleeing police ran a red light and slammed into another car, driven by a Detroit man who was trying to get home.Remeious Washington, 48, of Detroit, was killed at the intersection of 8 Mile Road and Schoenherr Road at approximately 1:58 a...
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