The man accused of shooting and killing a Melvindale police officer was in court Monday for a preliminary exam. Police say 44-year-old Michael Lopez shot and killed Officer Mohamed Said on July 21.
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Lopez is facing the following charges in connection to Said’s death:
- Homicide- Murder of a Peace Officer
- Weapons Possession by a Prohibited Person
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
- Possession of Methamphetamine
- Possession of Cocaine
- Weapons carrying with Unlawful Intent
- Felony Firearms (five counts)
- Habitual Offender (Fourth Offense)
Wearing his brother’s hat and a thin blue line hoodie, Ahmed Said was in court with other family members for the hearing Monday.
“I’m here for my family and I’m being strong for my family,” Said told 7 News Detroit.
WXYZ The preliminary exam included testimony from two Michigan State Police officers and one Dearborn Police officer who responded to calls for an officer injured the day of the shooting.