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Police: Driver Killed After Waterford Pursuit Pointed Gun at Officers

The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is leading an outside review.

Overview

  • The pursuit involving Michigan State Police ended in Waterford when the driver, a 60-year-old man from Madison Heights, crashed into a tree and went into a marsh near Turrillium Lane and Williams Lake Road.
  • Waterford officers approached, saw a handgun, ordered the man to show his hands, and fired after he raised the weapon toward them, killing him at the scene.
  • No officers or bystanders were injured, according to police.
  • The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the township officers' actions, Michigan State Police are reviewing their personnel's role, and all involved have been placed on administrative leave.
  • Investigators have not said what prompted the initial pursuit, and neighbors reported rapid, repeated gunfire that left them shaken.