Man accused of killing Melvindale police officer kicked off witness stand in trial

WAYNE COUNTY, Mich. – The man accused of killing a Melvindale police officer in 2024 was removed from the witness stand on Monday after mentioning information unrelated to the case.

Michael Lopez, 44, of Southfield, is on trial for allegedly shooting and killing Melvindale Police Officer Mohamed Said on July 21, 2024.

Previously, he was removed from court on Friday after an outburst in court, making allegations against Said, which prosecutors said were false. He was also heard shouting from his holding cell as the trial continued without him on April 24…

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