A 15-year-old suspect is in custody after a shooting on Detroit’s east side late Friday night, August 21, left one woman dead and another in critical condition. The shooting took place around 11:15 p.m. outside a liquor store in the 15500 block of East Warren Avenue in the Morningside neighborhood, according to Fox 2 Detroit.
What we know about the shooting and the suspect
A disturbing video of the shooting has gone viral on social media, showing the shirtless suspect opening fire . The motive is unclear. The suspect was initially considered armed and dangerous , with authorities issuing a public safety notice asking residents to be on the lookout. The shooting remains under investigation. Tipsters are required to reference case No.
Anyone with any information about the shooting has been urged to contact the Detroit Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 313-596-5260. One can also submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP or through DetroitRewards.TV. A $5,000 reward is being offered for information that helps move the investigation forward. 2608210409 when submitting information.
The suspect arrived at the scene and fled on foot, according to police.
