A late-night gathering on Detroit's east side turned violent yesterday when gunfire broke out on the 600 block of East Street, leaving one man in critical condition and another in stable condition, authorities said. The shooting was reported around 10:47 p.m., and both victims were rushed by paramedics to a Metro Detroit hospital. The investigation is ongoing, and police have not publicly identified any suspects.
What the police say
According to ClickOnDetroit, Detroit police said the double shooting unfolded during a gathering on the 600 block of East Street at about 10:47 p.m. yesterday. The outlet reports that first responders transported both men to a nearby hospital, where one was listed in critical condition and the other in stable condition. Investigators are still working the case and have not released further details.
Block's recent history
The 600 block has seen deadly violence before. In 2019, WXYZ reported a fatal shooting there involving a 23-year-old victim after an argument. Earlier, in 2014, an 8-year-old boy was killed when gunfire struck a home on the same block, a case covered by CBS Detroit. Together with yesterday’s shooting, the incidents underscore a troubling pattern of recurring gun violence on parts of the east side.
How to help
The Detroit Police Department is asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact its Homicide Unit at 313-596-2260 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. The City of Detroit notes that tips can also be submitted through official channels and may be eligible for rewards if they lead to an arrest.
