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I-94 Shut Down After Early Morning Shooting in Detroit
5 Jun
Summary
- A shooting occurred on I-94 before 2 a.m. Friday, closing eastbound lanes.
- One victim arrived at the hospital with gunshot wounds.
- Eastbound I-94 lanes remained closed for investigation through Friday morning.
Early Friday morning, a shooting incident necessitated the closure of eastbound Interstate 94 in Detroit. The Michigan State Police were alerted to the event shortly before 2 a.m., reporting that one individual sustained gunshot wounds and sought hospital treatment. Their vehicle also sustained damage from multiple bullet impacts.
Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the shooting, nor have any individuals of interest been identified at this time. The Michigan State Police closed the eastbound lanes of I-94 between Chalmers Street and Harper Avenue to facilitate the investigation. Drivers were advised to seek alternate routes.
The closure continued well into Friday morning, with the Michigan Department of Transportation indicating that drivers could re-enter the freeway at Cadieux. The incident caused considerable disruption to morning traffic as the investigation proceeded.
