East Side Showdown: Detroit Dispute Erupts in Gunfire

A daytime argument on Detroit’s east side turned violent yesterday when gunfire erupted, leaving a man wounded, police said. The shooting happened around 3:30 p.m. on Maddelein Street near 7 Mile Road and Gratiot Avenue. The victim was taken to a Metro Detroit hospital and is expected to survive.

What the police said

According to police, a dispute between men escalated until shots were fired, and one man was hit. Officers responded to the scene, and the victim was taken to a hospital, where officials said he is expected to pull through, according to ClickOnDetroit. Detectives are still working to sort out what sparked the confrontation and who was responsible.

How to help investigators

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detroit police or share what they know anonymously with Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 1-800-SPEAK-UP, per the organization’s site. Officials say even small details can help investigators piece together what led up to the shooting.

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