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Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting Outside Chrysler Elementary in Detroit

Homicide detectives have taken over the active investigation while Detroit Public Schools has been asked to respond.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred after a verbal dispute among three adult men outside Chrysler Elementary on Thursday and a man was fatally shot at about 5:15 p.m.
  • Detroit police say the suspected shooter, described as a certified or concealed pistol license holder, was detained at the scene and a firearm was recovered.
  • The victim was pronounced dead at the scene and authorities have not released names or ages while homicide investigators continue their probe.
  • Officers from the Detroit Police Department’s 7th Precinct initially responded and media outlets have directed further questions to the Detroit Public Schools Community District.
  • The incident comes after a string of shootings in the Detroit area in June and could add pressure on local officials to address public safety around schools and neighborhood gatherings.