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1 fatal, 3 non-fatal shootings in Detroit overnight

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Posted at 1:21 PM, Jun 07, 2020
and last updated 2020-06-07 13:21:02-04

DETROIT (WXYZ) — Detroit police are investigating three separate shooting incidents where one person was killed.

The fatal shooting happened around 8:20 p.m. on June 6 in the 5200 block of Lakeview in Detroit. One man was shot and injured, while another man died from gunshot wounds.

The two victims were inside a silver 2005 Ford Taurus when unknown suspects fired shots into the car, hitting both victims. A 27-year-old died from his wounds. The other victim was taken to a local hospital and is in temporary serious condition.

Detroit police are asking for information regarding this crime. Call the Detroit Police Department's Homicide Unit at 313-596-2260 with information, or send anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-Speak-Up.

Police are also investigating two non-fatal shootings in the city. The shootings happened just after midnight.

A 39-year-old woman was delivering food in the 19100 block of Runyon when she heard shots and felt pain. She was grazed by a bullet, police say, and is in temporary serious condition at a local hospital.

Another non-fatal shooting happened in the 8600 block of Southfield, where a 27-year-old man was approached by a suspect attempting to rob him. The victim was struck in the stomach when the alleged robber produced a gun. The victim, who is a CPL holder, also returned fire. It's unclear if the suspect was hit.

The victim is now listed in stable condition.

If you have information on any of these crimes, contact Detroit police.