Crime & Safety

Armed Robbery, Weapon Threat and More Crime Nearby

Find out what crimes made headlines in neighboring communities over the past week.

The following information was supplied by area police departments. A criminal charge is only an accusation, and does not indicate convictions.

ROYAL OAK: Armed Robber Targets Elderly Couple in Royal Oak

Police say similar attacks occurred in Birmingham and West Bloomfield.

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ROCHESTER: Rochester Police Recover Used Hypodermic Needle

Man reports finding used needle, but no substance found inside vial.

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TROY:

The following information was obtained from the Troy Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

BIRMINGHAM: Birmingham Seaholm Locked Down Over Weapon Threat

The Birmingham Police Department continues to investigate an anonymous call that prompted officials to lock-down the high school.

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP: Bloomfield Resident Duped by Satellite Television Scam

The Bloomfield Township Police Department warns residents to be mindful of callers seeking payment from pre-paid credit cards.

LAKE ORION:

Sheriff's deputies still searching for man believed to be responsible in theft.


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