Lapeer Dad Hit With Felony OWI In Thanksgiving Crash That Killed 5-Year-Old
A Lapeer man was arraigned June 3 after prosecutors charged him in a Nov. 27 head‑on crash on Van Dyke that killed his 5‑year‑old daughter and injured three others. Court is set to review probable cause on June 16.
Strip-Mall Ambush Suspect Ordered To Psych Exam In Orion Township
A judge has ordered a psychiatric competency exam for Mauriel Hearn, the man charged in the May 19 Orion Township shooting and carjacking; a results review is set for Aug. 4, 2026. The case has raised questions about a 2024 probation sentence.
Detroit Check Heist Kingpin Caged In $63 Million Mailbox Scam
A federal judge on Wednesday sentenced the ringleader of a Telegram‑based stolen‑check ring to 122 months in prison as prosecutors say the operation marketed over $63 million in stolen checks. Three co‑defendants — including two former USPS employees — received shorter terms or supervised release.
Detroit Cop From Warren Lands Probation In 12-Year-Old Texting Case
A Detroit police officer received a deferred sentence and 11 months of probation after pleading to a computer-related charge tied to sexualized texts sent to his 12-year-old stepdaughter. The plea includes counseling, contact restrictions and a court review next year.












