Crime Stoppers
Coverage of Crime Stoppers in the Nexus archive.
- 1 killed, another injured in shooting on Detroit’s west side
A woman was killed and another injured during a shooting that occurred on Detroit’s west side near Whitcomb and Chicago. Police responded to the area after receiving calls of shots being fired at a gathering. Authorities confirmed the second woman is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries, and police stated the investigation was an isolated incident.
- Man dies after being struck by car on Detroit’s west side
A man died after being struck by an unknown car on Detroit’s west side Tuesday night. The crash occurred near Plymouth and Evergreen roads, according to police reports. Authorities stated that the driver left the scene, and the victim passed away from his injuries.
- Police seek driver of red Chrysler 300 involved in critical hit-and-run crash on Detroit’s east side
Detroit police are seeking a red Chrysler 300 involved in a hit-and-run crash on Detroit's east side. The incident occurred when the driver disregarded a stop sign and struck a victim before fleeing the scene, causing front-end damage to the vehicle.
- Police release image of silver Jeep allegedly involved in pedestrian crash in Nashville
Police are searching for a silver Jeep Grand Cherokee allegedly involved in an incident on July 27 in Nashville. The vehicle struck and injured 34-year-old Jesus Peraida-Gutierrez near Largo Drive and Wallace Road, with investigators believing the crash may have been intentional. Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers.
- ‘Very unfortunate’: 2 dead, 1 injured after shooting at Southfield restaurant early Sunday morning
An early Sunday morning shooting occurred at the Hidden Gem restaurant off West Nine Mile Road in Southfield, resulting in two deaths and one injured victim who suffered a graze wound. According to staff members, the gunfire started following an argument between two men who knew each other. The building housing the restaurant was subsequently closed for the day.
- Charlotte career criminal records himself punching woman in unprovoked attack, posting to social media: police
Di-Quan Schafar Hunt, a North Carolina man, was arrested following an alleged unprovoked attack where he punched a woman on a Charlotte sidewalk. Police were investigating videos of this assault that were found on his social media account. Records indicate that Hunt has been arrested at least nine times since 2023 for various charges, including multiple counts of assault.
- Brooklyn strangler sought for attacking woman inside bodega
A 21-year-old woman was strangled by an acquaintance at a Progreso Latino deli in Borough Park, Brooklyn, during an Independence Day incident. The suspect fled the scene, and no arrests have been made, with police describing him as wearing a black tank top and a Chicago White Sox cap.
- Man shoved onto Harlem subway tracks during dispute
A 37-year-old man was shoved onto subway tracks at Harlem's 125th Street station on Aug. 4, sustaining injuries but avoiding contact with the third rail. He was pulled to safety by commuters and hospitalized in stable condition. The suspect fled the scene, and no arrests have been made.
- Manhattan cocktail bar robbery: Trio of thieves tied up workers, then stole safe in daring caper at posh nightclub
Three suspects robbed Manhattan's Obvio cocktail bar at gunpoint, tying up two male workers and stealing a safe with $7,000 in cash, $7,000 in liquor, and $13,000 in DJ equipment. The NYPD released suspect images and seeks public assistance in the ongoing investigation.
- Man shot to death on Bronx street; gunman at large
A 50-year-old man was shot to death on a Bronx street after being wounded in the buttocks, lower back, and back of his head. The suspect, wearing a light-colored sweater, fled in a blue vehicle. Police have not made arrests and are investigating the motive.
- Gunman sought after man is shot in the Bronx
A man was shot in the Bronx early on August 2, with the suspect described as a 5-foot-9-inch individual wearing all black. The victim, a 36-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his armpit, was hospitalized in stable condition. NYPD reported a 6.2% increase in shootings and an 11.1% rise in victims in the precinct this year.
- Man found stabbed to death in bathroom of ritzy Queens high-rise
A 36-year-old man was found stabbed to death in the bathroom of a 51-story luxury high-rise in Long Island City, Queens, on August 1. Police have not identified a suspect or motive, and the investigation is ongoing.
- Early morning shooting leaves man injured outside of Brooklyn event space
A 41-year-old man was shot in the left leg outside Naomi’s Suite in Brooklyn on Saturday morning. He was hospitalized in stable condition, and authorities are investigating without a suspect or motive. The 69th Precinct reported a 33% decrease in shootings but a 14% increase in victims.
- Man slashed in Brooklyn subway station after suspect questions his tattoo: sources
A 30-year-old man was slashed in the right hand by a suspect at the Pacific Street subway station in Brooklyn after being questioned about a tattoo. The suspect fled the scene wearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans, and no arrests have been made.
- Bronx sex abuse pattern: Cops seek suspect who molested children and teenagers, reportedly at homeless shelters
Bronx police are seeking Stephen Charles, 42, a prime suspect in multiple sex abuse cases involving children and teenagers between 2018 and 2024. The incidents allegedly occurred at homeless shelters where Charles resided, and he is accused of molesting victims aged 10–18, including a 13-year-old girl. Authorities urge the public to provide information on his whereabouts.
- Southfield tenant says repeat break-ins are forcing her to move out of apartment complex
A Southfield tenant, Shannon Rivers, reports three apartment break-ins in five months at Pine Aire Apartments, with stolen items including clothes, electronics, and a safe containing personal documents. The apartment complex lacks security cameras, and management has not offered assistance, leading her to move out and seek accountability.
- CMPD seeking help with homicide investigation after body found near uptown
Charlotte-Mecklenburg police have reclassified the death of 44-year-old James Rodriguez, found near uptown on May 22, as a homicide. Rodriguez, part of the unhoused community, was discovered in the N. Pine Street area near I-277, and investigators are seeking public assistance to identify his killer.
- 1 killed, 1 hurt in overnight shooting at Charlotte apartment complex
One person was killed and another injured in a shooting at a Charlotte apartment complex early Wednesday morning. Police responded to the Country Club apartments on Dunlavin Way, where two males were found with gunshot wounds. Authorities have not yet identified suspects or provided details on the incident's cause.
- Teen in critical condition after shooting in Detroit, no one in custody
A 17-year-old boy was shot multiple times during a fight between two groups at Brewster Homes in Detroit, leaving him in critical condition. Suspects fled in a black SUV, and a known gang member is believed to be involved. Police are investigating and have asked for public assistance.
- Slashing at Bronx high school leaves two men wounded, teenage suspect on run: cops
Two men were slashed at William Howard Taft High School in the Bronx on July 27, leaving one with a left arm injury and another with a minor hand laceration. A teenage male suspect, described as wearing black clothing and a backpack, remains at large. The Department of Education condemned the incident and confirmed additional support for the school.
- Queens shooting: Bullets graze woman after gunfire erupts
A woman suffered minor injuries after gunfire erupted in Ridgewood, Queens, on July 26. Police responded to a 911 call near Wyckoff Avenue and Hancock Street, found her with leg wounds, and recovered shell casings at the scene. No arrests have been made, and the motive or intent remains unclear.
- 14-year-old killed after four-wheeler crash in Monroe County
A 14-year-old from Dundee died after a four-wheeler crash in Monroe County on July 25. The collision occurred on Bacon Road in Summerfield Township, involving a 2007 Honda TRX250 with two teens and a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse with two adults. The 17-year-old passenger was critically injured, while the adults in the car were unharmed.
- Man beaten to death in Queens with baseball bat following vehicle collision: cops
A 47-year-old man was beaten to death with a baseball bat in Queens following a vehicle collision, while a 39-year-old man sustained minor injuries. The incident occurred near exit 21B of the eastbound Belt Parkway, and police are investigating the suspect, who remains at large.
- Man in his 50s found fatally shot inside vehicle on Detroit’s west side
A man in his 50s was found fatally shot inside a vehicle on Detroit’s west side on July 24. The incident occurred on Fenmore Street around 6:40 p.m., and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not released his identity or details about the shooting, which remains under investigation.
- Minneapolis police seek 2 people in Warehouse District assault
Minneapolis Police Department is seeking two individuals who may have information about a serious assault that occurred on May 2 in the Warehouse District. The victim suffered head injuries after being struck and fell on concrete, requiring hospitalization. Authorities are offering a financial reward for tips leading to an arrest and conviction.
- Sheriff: Man found dead on side of Monroe County road was hit-and-run victim
A 61-year-old man was found dead on the side of a road in Bedford Township, Monroe County, with authorities investigating as a hit-and-run. The victim, Kevin Wayne Chesney, died from blunt force trauma likely caused by a vehicle collision. The suspected vehicle, a pickup truck or commercial vehicle with passenger-side damage, fled the scene.
- Detroit police want help finding missing 16-year-old girl
Detroit police are searching for 16-year-old Treda Ethington, who went missing after leaving her residence in the 10100 block of Roxbury Street on May 15. Details about her appearance are limited, and authorities are urging the public to contact the 9th Precinct or Crime Stoppers for information.
- Police release images of suspects wanted for stabbing off-duty cop in Queens
Police have released images of two suspects wanted for stabbing an off-duty cop in Queens. The attack occurred on Bell Boulevard, leaving the officer with a hand injury; he is in stable condition. Suspects fled on a scooter and are described wearing specific clothing.
- Hateful brute shoves man to the ground in Brooklyn in antisemitic attack
A 64-year-old man was shoved to the ground in an antisemitic attack in Brooklyn on July 21. The suspect, wearing a red hat and gray shirt, told the victim 'That’s what Jews deserve.' The victim was hospitalized with back and waist injuries, and the NYPD's Hate Crime Task Force is investigating the incident.
- Mother of Tashon Mock marks 4 years without justice in University City shooting
Tashon Mock, 22, was shot and killed in University City in 2022, and his mother, Monique Dulin, continues to seek justice as no one has been charged with his murder. Investigators say someone was charged in connection with the shooting, but the case remains unsolved, with Dulin believing witnesses have not come forward. A reward of up to $5,000 is offered for information leading to an arrest.
- Off-duty Brooklyn cop stabbed during early-morning fight in Queens: sources
An off-duty Brooklyn police officer was stabbed in the right hand during an early-morning altercation in Queens. The incident occurred near Bell Boulevard and 39th Avenue in Bayside around 1 a.m. on July 22, with two suspects fleeing on foot after the attack. The officer, a seven-year NYPD member, was treated at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, and no arrests have been made.
- CSPD, CSFD asking for help, investigators believe grass fire was human-caused
Colorado Springs Police (CSPD) and Fire Departments (CSFD) are seeking public assistance to investigate a human-caused grass fire that occurred Tuesday evening behind Explorer Elementary School near Austin Bluffs Parkway and Rangewood Drive. Investigators believe the fire was intentionally set and are urging anyone with information to contact CSPD or Crime Stoppers.
- 3 hospitalized after drive-by shooting in Detroit
Three people were hospitalized after a drive-by shooting in Detroit on Tuesday evening. The incident occurred on Whithorn Street near Conner Street around 7:15 p.m., with victims shot multiple times by a black SUV. Police used ShotSpotter technology to respond to the incident, and one victim is in critical condition while the others are in temporary serious condition.
- Manhattan subway assault: Cops seek woman who violently attacked straphanger after blocking train exit
Police are seeking a woman who assaulted a 64-year-old woman at a Manhattan subway station on June 5 after blocking the train's exit. The suspect punched the victim and continued attacking her on the platform before fleeing. The victim sustained a laceration to her right eye but refused medical attention.
- Murder in Queens: Woman stabbed dead in possible domestic dispute, sources say
A 34-year-old woman was stabbed to death in a possible domestic dispute in Astoria, Queens, on July 21. A man in his 30s was later found dead by suicide nearby, and police are investigating a potential connection between the two deaths.
- Young woman shot inside Brooklyn subway station during robbery attempt: cops
An 18-year-old woman was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery at a Brooklyn subway station on July 20. The suspect fled the scene on a two-wheeled vehicle after the incident, and the victim is recovering at Kings County Hospital.
- Southfield Police respond to middle-of-the-day shooting
Southfield Police responded to a midday shooting on July 19 near Eight Mile Road and Beech Road. No injuries were reported, and a portion of Eight Mile Road was temporarily closed during the investigation. The suspect remains at large, and authorities are urging the public to provide information.
- Man wanted for punching 81-year-old woman during Queens argument
A man is wanted for punching an 81-year-old woman during a verbal dispute in Jackson Heights, Queens, on July 16. The victim sustained a laceration and was hospitalized in stable condition, while the suspect fled the scene wearing a white T-shirt and baseball cap. The NYPD reports a 22% decline in felony assaults in the 115th Precinct but has not made any arrests.
- Man found shot multiple times outside of Bronx police facility: cops
A 31-year-old man was shot multiple times in the Bronx outside an NYPD facility and an apartment building. He was treated at Harlem Hospital and is stable, while police found shell casings and are seeking two suspects. The 46th Precinct has seen a 17% drop in shootings but a 166% increase in murders this year.
- Investigators hope new tips will solve 20-year-old Cleveland County murder
The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information to solve the 20-year-old murder of Timothy 'Justin' Grant, whose body was found in 2006 after his car was discovered abandoned. Despite renewed appeals for tips, the case remains unsolved.