Crime & Safety
Police Searching For Murder Suspect Near Detroit Mercy Campus
School officials said that despite an increased police presence, the campus is not on lockdown.
DETROIT, MI — An increased police presence has been reported at the University of Detroit Mercy, where school officials said police are searching for a murder suspect off but near the McNichols campus.
According to the university, public safety has increased its presence in the area surrounding McNichols campus after a murder suspect was seen around 10 a.m. Friday.
Detroit Mercy Alert: MCN Campus is not on lock down. Public Safety has increased control. Suspect last seen 10 AM southbound from Fairfield at McNichols.
— University of Detroit Mercy (@detmercy) August 21, 2020
The suspect was described as a Black male wearing tan pants and black shoes and is considered armed.
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Anyone who believes they have seen the suspect is asked to call 911.
Detroit Mercy Alert:Be on the lookout for homicide suspect off McNichols campus but near. Black male, tan pants, black shoes, armed. Report to x1234 or 911.
— University of Detroit Mercy (@detmercy) August 21, 2020
This story will be updated as more information becomes available.
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