A high school basketball game at Detroit Edison Public School Academy on Feb. 27 ended with flashing lights and crime scene tape after police say a fight spilled out of the gym and into the street, where a teenager was shot. In the investigation that followed, officers executed three search warrants and reported seizing three assault-style rifles and a handgun from connected locations. A 16-year-old Southfield resident is now facing multiple weapons charges while detectives work to determine who actually pulled the trigger.
What happened
According to Detroit police, the trouble started inside the gym during the game, then moved outside, where an unknown suspect fired several shots at about 8:30 p.m. A teen was hit and taken to a nearby hospital, where the victim was expected to be okay. Investigators asked anyone with information to call the Detroit Police Department’s Seventh Precinct or Crime Stoppers, as reported by ClickOnDetroit.
Investigation and charges
Detectives said video from the scene, including Green Light camera footage, helped them positively identify a suspect. Officers then carried out three search warrants, arrested a 16-year-old from Southfield and recovered three assault rifles and one handgun. The teen has been charged with carrying a concealed weapon, carrying a weapon in a weapons-free zone and careless use of a firearm. Police also cited the wounded teen on weapons-related counts, as reported by WXYZ.
Police reaction and community warning
At a press conference, Detroit police used the case as a reminder that curfew rules will be enforced as the weather warms up and more teens are out late. Officials stressed that surveillance systems and camera networks were crucial to building the case and again urged anyone with video or information to step forward. FOX 2 Detroit published contact details for the Seventh Precinct and Crime Stoppers for those willing to share tips.
Why it matters
The case lands as Detroit police ramp up efforts to get high-powered weapons off neighborhood streets. Officials noted that earlier operations have already led to the seizure of dozens of firearms. Community leaders, meanwhile, have been calling out the recurring cycle of violence at youth events and are pushing for stronger prevention and safety measures, as reported by WXYZ.
Investigators say the case is still active and more details will be released as it moves through the juvenile system. Anyone who captured video of the incident or has information has been asked to contact the Seventh Precinct or Crime Stoppers.
