Overview
- A jury has been seated to hear the case against Michael Lopez, who is charged with murdering a police officer along with multiple weapons and drug offenses.
- The case stems from a July 21, 2024 call to a Melvindale car wash, where Officer Mohamed Said chased Lopez, used a Taser, and was then shot, according to police.
- Investigators say Lopez later admitted he shot on purpose because he did not want to return to jail.
- Police captured Lopez in southwest Detroit after a two‑day manhunt and used Officer Said’s handcuffs during the arrest, where prosecutors say he had drugs and a knife.
- A separate trial is scheduled for July on allegations Lopez robbed an auto‑parts store the day before the shooting and possessed a weapon while in the Wayne County Jail.