Michigan Woman, 53, Shot Inside Her Home After Suspects Open Fire From Vehicle Near I-696 in Southfield
SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN — Police in Southfield are investigating a drive-by shooting that left a 53-year-old woman injured Tuesday night after suspects in a vehicle opened fire on a residence near the I-696 and Evergreen area.
Authorities say the shooting occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the block of Berkshire Drive, when a car pulled up to the home and the occupants began firing multiple rounds toward the house. The woman, who was inside at the time, was struck by gunfire.
Police Confirm Victim Hospitalized and Stable
Officers arrived to find evidence of multiple shots fired at the residence. The woman was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where she was listed in stable condition, according to Metro Detroit News.
At this time, police have not released details about the suspects or the vehicle involved. Investigators said the shooters fled the scene immediately after the attack and remain at large.
Scene Description and Ongoing Investigation
Photos and video from the scene show police tape cordoning off the neighborhood as officers and detectives examined the area for evidence late into the night. Several shell casings were recovered, and detectives are reviewing nearby surveillance footage in an effort to identify the suspects’ vehicle.
Authorities believe the house may have been specifically targeted, but the motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.
Community Alert and Police Appeal for Information
The Southfield Police Department is urging anyone with information, dashcam footage, or neighborhood surveillance recordings from the Berkshire area between 9 and 10 p.m. Tuesday to contact their detectives immediately.
“We’re asking residents to check their cameras and come forward if they saw or heard anything unusual,” police said in a statement.
Residents are also being reminded to remain alert and report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement.
The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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