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BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

DETROIT — The first prison sentence has been handed down in a corruption case that has ensnarled the Madison District Public Schools for years.

John David, 65, a former contractor for the school district who owned Emergency Restoration in Troy, was sentenced Aug. 14 by U.S. District Judge Laurie Michelson.

He will serve two years in prison, beginning in

November, and was ordered to pay $30,000 in restitution.

David pleaded guilty April 13 to two counts: conspiracy to commit federal program bribery from 2014 through 2018, and bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds.

His co-conspirator, Albert Morrison, 62, will be sentenced Aug. 28. Morrison served as president of the Madison District Public Schools Board of Education from 2012 through 2018. He pleaded guilty April 25 to receiving bribe money and tax evasion.

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John David, 65, a former contractor for the school district who owned Emergency Restoration in Troy, was sentenced Aug. 14 by U.S. District Judge Laurie Michelson.

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Madison Heights police sued in federal court over 2022 arrest

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MADISON HEIGHTS — A lawsuit has been filed in federal court against the Madison Heights Police Department and four of its officers, alleging they used excessive force on a resident last year and violated his constitutional rights under the Fourth

and 14th amendments.

The lawsuit was filed Aug. 15 at the U.S. District Court in Detroit. The plaintiff is Larry White, 74, a resident of Madison Heights and a veteran. He is represented by Marko Law, PLLC, and Somberg Law, PLLC. The defendants are officers Thomas Baker, Rick Zamojski, James Rayner and John Heinrich, as well as the Madison Heights Police Department.

At press time Aug. 16, the U.S. District Court confirmed that there were no attorneys on record for the defendants. The same day, Madison Heights City Manager Melissa Marsh said in

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Larry White, 74, of Madison Heights, seen here bleeding after an encounter with Madison Heights police last year, is suing the department and four of its officers in federal court.

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According to court records, David paid Morrison $561,667 in bribe money, written in checks from Emergency Restoration to Morrison’s company, Comfort Consulting.

Morrison spent the money on luxury items including Florida vacations and a boat slip.

In return, prosecutors say David received more than $3.1 million in maintenance and construction work at school properties.

As part of the pay-to-play scheme, Morrison sidestepped bidding requirements by declaring all repair work as “emergencies,” and by splitting up invoices so that costs fell below certain thresholds. All work then went to Emergency Restoration, which operated as the district’s construction manager without board approval or public disclosure.

Prosecutors requested a sentencing guideline of 87 to 108 months in prison, depicting David as an “insider” who knew the area well and built his business on ill-gotten work — cheating taxpayers, destroying public trust, ruining the district’s reputation and hurting home values.

David’s attorney, Robert Morgan, made arguments to reduce the range. He contested the alleged amount of the bribe,

claiming that not all payments were made to acquire work in the district. He said that in some cases, Morrison was referring David for “legitimate jobs” outside of the district.

Michelson concluded that either way, David was purchasing influence with a public official.

Morgan also noted his client’s poor health. David, who entered the courtroom using a walker, was diagnosed with a form of muscular dystrophy, and has had multiple hip issues. Morgan said he is concerned about the quality of health care available through the Bureau of Prisons. He worried that David might not survive incarceration.

He also pointed to letters of support David received, saying they paint a picture of a good man — a loving husband and father to two children, with a long history of charitable giving.

Morgan called attention to David’s psychiatric evaluation as well, saying his client suffers from mental illness and cognitive impairment that made him susceptible to manipulation by others.

At one point, Michelson interjected and asked Morgan, “What is your sense of his crime?”

Morgan replied, “My sense is his past friendship with Morrison was rekindled, and I think that he did not give (his actions)

much thought, which relates to his cognitive impairment, and the bad judgment that comes with it, and the impulsiveness, and problematic thinking. It was his mental state, and this is what came to be.”

David then spoke.

“I want to apologize to my wife and children for what I put them through. At the time, I did not look or think about the facts,” David said, his voice strained. “I am also sorry to the company (Emergency Restoration), losing all our customers.

“I have always loved my children, and would never want to hurt any child,” David said. “I try to help the children as much as I can.”

David was silent and stone-faced the rest of the hearing, his gaze fixed on Michelson.

Two representatives from the Madison school district were present to give impact statements. However, Michelson denied them, saying she did not consider them to be direct victims of David.

Before announcing the sentence, Michelson took into account many factors, from David’s otherwise clean record to his ongoing health issues.

“I appreciate how difficult this is for you — physically, emotionally and practically,” she told him. “(But) you are more

than your medical issues. They are serious, and I understand that. But they do not erase what you did.

“Despite some setbacks, you’ve led a successful life. … Your condition is degenerating, but it did not disable you,” Michelson said. “This is going to impact the community for a long time, and it is certainly a terrible lesson to teach the kids.

“You did not make a mistake. You knew what you were doing,” she concluded. “You found out how to suppress the unease (you felt), because you were making a lot of money. You showed disrespect for the law. This needs to be punished, and deterred.”

She assured him that the Bureau of Prisons will be able to provide him with proper medical care.

“Take care of yourself,” Michelson told David.

The case was brought forward by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, in partnership with the FBI’s Michigan Division, the Criminal Investigation Division of the IRS and the Department of Education Office of Inspector General.

The verdict has been a long time coming. In February 2018, the Madison-Park News first investigated allegations by Mark Kimble, who at the time was a trustee, and See DAVID on page 4A

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Hazel Park kicks off new school year at Hometown Huddle

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OAKLAND COUNTY — As the summer workouts come to a close, high school teams across the state are ready for another exciting football season. Here are previews for all teams in the C & G Newspapers coverage area in eastern Oakland County.

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HAZEL PARK — At the end of the month, Hazel Park Public Schools will usher in the new school year at its Hometown Huddle, featuring the first home football game of the season.

Admission to the game is free, and there will be many exhibits set up around it, shining a light on the district’s offerings. The Huddle takes place Thursday, Aug. 31, starting at 5 p.m., at Hazel Park High School, 23400 Hughes Ave. Amy Kruppe, the Hazel Park Public Schools superintendent, noted this is the eighth Huddle to date. The tradition started in 2015 when she first arrived in the district. A group called the Community Engagement Team was formed with the goal of finding ways to bring families together. The CET created the Huddle to raise awareness about the district’s programs and activities.

The event has also grown to include the presence of many local organizations, forming a snapshot of Hazel Park as a whole. At press time, 24 local businesses, community groups and churches had signed up for the event, bringing food and more.

“The police are there, sometimes with their See HOMETOWN on page 9A

Last season’s record: 2-7.

League: Oakland Activities Association Gold Division.

First game: vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Aug. 24.

Graduation woes hit Berkley last season, and it showed in the wins and losses category.

This year, Berkley is on the wrong end of the returning starters pool for both sides of the ball, but they’re determined to improve this season.

Led by senior quarterback Sunny Kadlitz, the Bears are more motivated than ever entering the 2023 season.

“Sunny is the leadership,” Berkley coach Sean Shields said. “Everyone follows Sunny. If Sunny says, ‘Hey, we’ve got to jump,’ everyone else is asking, ‘How high?’ Everyone knows he’s the guy and that he’s going to do right by everybody.”

Alongside Kadlitz, senior wide receiver Brendan Bushey and Fadil Traore lead the pass-catching unit while junior Anthony Anderson and senior Ethan Rothenburg are expected to handle the bulk of the carries.

The Bears defense is led by an array of talent including senior Amadou Ndiaye (LB), senior Josh Flanders (DB), sophomore Collin Richardson (DL), sophomore Jack Rittenbery (DL) and junior Kyle Gabriel (LB).

Clawson

Last season’s record: 5-5.

League: Macomb Area Conference Bronze Division.

First game: at Perry, 7 p.m. Aug. 25.

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It didn’t look promising when Clawson started out 0-2 to start the season, but league play came when they needed it most as they went 4-1 in the Bronze to earn their fifth-straight playoff appearance.

While Clawson graduated a trio of all-region talent, they’ll

Royal Oak Shrine Catholic looks to improve on their 3-6 record in 2022 behind the arm of sophomore quarterback Caydin Barbato.

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who has since returned to the school board.

Kimble was concerned about the 2016 sale of the land once occupied by Monroe Elementary School, located at Dallas and Barrett avenues. By the start of 2018, the construction of more than 30 new homes was imminent, distressing neighbors who

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an email, “This case has yet to be reviewed or assigned to legal counsel.” She later said in a text message: “The city has no comment at this point.”

When asked for comment, Brent LeMerise, the police chief of Madison Heights, said via email, “The Madison Heights Police Department is not going to comment beyond Melissa’s response.”

As described in the lawsuit, the officers, who were wearing body cameras, were dispatched to White’s home on July 23, 2022, where they spoke to two concerned neigh-

enjoyed the peace and quiet of a park.

The school board, under Morrison’s leadership, had sold more than 3.5 acres at the site for $60,000 to Emergency Restoration. As a point of comparison, in 2009, the city paid $121,000 for 1 acre, using federal grant money through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program.

The sale was also completed without a competitive bid, and without Morrison disclosing his friendship with David. Morrison

only disclosed that relationship months after the sale was completed.

During the November 2018 election, Morrison decided not to run for reelection.

Kimble was elected the new president, and the new board majority immediately severed all business ties with Emergency Restoration.

Shortly before the election in November 2018, the state released a report validating most of Kimble’s claims. The report also noted that all vendors in the district were

operating without contracts, and that not a single purchase order had been used by the district or its contractors, which is required by the board’s bylaws. At that time, however, the state failed to prove a “questionable relationship” between David and Morrison that benefitted either man.

At press time, Morrison’s attorney, Rhonda Brazile, had not returned calls for comment.

bors. The neighbors told them that their children had been inside White’s home getting ice cream and had safely returned.

The lawsuit states that Zamojski, Baker and Heinrich then went to White’s residence, and that White was cooperative, speaking to officers from his front door. White also allegedly told the police that he had a legally registered firearm, secured in a holster on his right hip.

Zamojski reportedly ordered White to step out of his home, “despite no crime having been committed and lacking probable cause,” the lawsuit states. White asked if the officers had a warrant, which they did not. The lawsuit claims that Zamojski then grabbed White’s right arm and tried to pull

him out of his home.

The officers then entered White’s home “and brutally tackled (White) and dry stunned him with a Taser multiple times, while Larry begged them to stop and told them he has a heart condition,” the lawsuit reads. It further alleges, “A Madison Heights police officer, believed to be (Zamojski), then unholstered (White’s) own gun and put it to the back of his head, execution-style, while (White) was being held face down to the ground.”

The lawsuit notes that there had been no emergency or perceived danger prior to the incident. The neighbor’s children were already back home. White had been cooperating with the police while legally carrying

his firearm in his own home.

The officers charged White with assaulting, resisting and obstructing a police officer, as well as assault with a dangerous weapon.

On March 23, Oakland County Circuit Judge Kwame Rowe granted a motion

by White to suppress all evidence police collected after their “illegal entry” into White’s home, saying it violated his Fourth Amendment right under the U.S. Constitution to be free from unreasonable search and seizure.

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HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park District Library, 123 E. Nine Mile Road, invites patrons to meet up at different locations on Thursdays to play the mobile game Pokémon Go. The next meet up starts at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 24 at the Red Oaks Nature Center, located at 30300 Hales St. in Madison Heights. The group will then meet again Sept. 7 at Harding Park, located at 989 Mapledale St. in Ferndale; Sept. 21 at Scout Park, located at 901 E. Otis Ave. in Hazel Park; Oct. 5 at Rosie’s Park, located at 1111 E. Farnum Ave. in Madison Heights; Oct. 19 at Martin Road Park, located at 1615 E. Lewiston Ave. in Ferndale; and Nov. 2 at Green Acres Park, located at 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd. in Hazel Park.

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According to the lawsuit, White has suffered physically and mentally as a result of the incident. He sustained torn rotator cuff muscles in both shoulders, causing him ongoing pain, limited mobility and impairment. He also suffered neck and spinal injuries when forcefully slammed to the ground, requiring surgery.

White has also allegedly suffered memory loss and cognitive difficulties, as well as a major stroke last December that resulted in a week-long hospital stay. He has been attending therapy several times a week to address side effects of the incident. He also reportedly suffers from severe post-traumatic stress disorder.

The lawsuit claims that the police not only violated White’s Fourth Amendment rights that protect him against excessive force, illegal search and seizure, and malicious prosecution, but also his rights under the 14th Amendment, which extends those protections to the states.

White now seeks relief, including actual damages of $75,000 against the defendants, as well as punitive damages to be decided by a judge.

“Police shouldn’t break into a home and brutalize a veteran for being a good neighbor and giving some kids ice cream. We firmly believe in upholding the rights of every individual, and we are committed to seeking justice for (White),” said Jonathan Marko, White’s attorney, in a statement.

“White should be given a medal, not have his life ruined,” said co-counsel Nicholas Somberg, in the same statement. “This lawsuit sheds light on the importance of holding law enforcement officers accountable, and ensuring proper training and supervision to prevent future instances of excessive force.”

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look for their young players to step up and make an impact this season.

Clawson will open with Perry and Marine City respectively this season, the same teams they went 0-2 against to start the season in 2022.

ning season in 2017.

Hazel Park moved down to the Bronze division last season after struggling in MACSilver play, and was competitive against league opponents.

While their offense, which averaged just under 25 points per game, showed flashes of efficiency, the defense’s 25 points per game allowed in 2022 will be an area of improvement going into this season.

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Last season’s record: 10-1.

League: Catholic League Intersectional 1.

First game: vs. Pontiac, 7 p.m. Aug. 25.

Last season’s record: 5-5.

League: Oakland Activities Association Gold Division.

First game: vs. Harrison Township L’Anse Creuse, 7 p.m. Aug. 24 It was apparent coming into 2022 that Ferndale possessed the talent to be a successful football team, and they showed just that by improving their win total by four.

Now a .500 team, Ferndale is prepared to take that next step with a healthy number of their starters from last season returning.

Senior Leander Neal (WR), junior Jaden Mills (WR), junior Dekari Smith (RB/WR), senior Lavarr Croxton (OL) and senior DeMarco Walker (OL) are all expected to be impact performers on the offensive end.

Croxton will also anchor the Eagles defensive unit alongside junior Gary Maxwell (DB), junior Darnell Lee (DB), junior Deandre Miller (DL), junior Bryce Ferguson (LB) and junior Antonio Jones (LB).

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Graduating five all-region players last season, Bishop Foley is entering the 2023 season without a slew of their premier talent from their 10-1 squad last season.

Regardless, Bishop Foley’s dominant offense is staying the course with junior quarterback Tad Dobek, junior running back Mason Kanar, senior wide receiver Gabe Martino, and sophomore wide receiver Noah Cronk-Koehler. Foley also returns a key offensive lineman in junior Mitchell Brewer.

“We’re not having wholesale changes scheme-wise, but we’re definitely adapting a little bit to their strengths,” Foley coach Brian Barnes said.

Currently on a playoff streak of five straight seasons, Foley is embracing the underdog mentality as they look to showcase their young talent this season.

Madison Heights Lamphere

Last season’s record: 4-5.

League: Macomb Area Conference Bronze Division.

First game: at Imlay City, 7 p.m. Aug. 24.

Last season’s record: 8-3.

League: Macomb Area Conference Silver Division.

First game: at Sterling Heights High School, 7 p.m. Aug. 24.

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Last season’s record: 1-8.

League: Macomb Area Conference Bronze Division.

First game: vs. Detroit Douglass High, 7 p.m. Aug. 25.

It was another down year for Madison, tallying only three wins total in the last three years.

Madison’s offense showed flashes of improvement in 2022, and they’re hoping to get the offense clicking on a more consistent basis this season.

Madison will have a difficult test in week two against St. Clair Shores South Lake, a team that beat Madison 38-12 last season.

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First game: at Grass Lake, 7 p.m. Aug. 25.

Shrine is headed down the right path entering 2023, and head coach Brent Widdows, who is entering his first season as head coach, has his guys motivated for this season.

“I think they want to get better and there’s this desire for, dare I say, greatness,” Widdows said. “They don’t want to be somebody’s punching bag.”

Shrine opened up the season 0-4, but a 3-2 stretch to end the year has the momentum trending upward behind sophomore quarterback Caydin Barbato and junior running back Josh Cairo.

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Grzesikowski took a massive step last season as the leader in the huddle, and Lamphere coach Ray Ostrowski said he expects him to be even better this season.

“He’s just a competitor,” Ostrowski said. “He gets after it in the weight room.

He’s put on a lot of size this offseason during the summer and the spring. I just think he’s a competitor.”

The offense will also be led by running backs Nico Johnson, a senior, and Amaleki Harris-Ward, a junior, who have an impressive offensive line in front of them with senior Trent Jackson, junior Deandre Verge, and junior Caleb Beaver all up front.

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New library program teaches financial literacy

BY ANDY KOZLOWSKI akozlowski@candgnews.com

MADISON HEIGHTS — A biweekly program has begun at the Madison Heights Public Library, offering expert advice about managing one’s wealth.

Toya Aaron, a member of the Madison Heights City Council and its representative on the library board, said the board was brainstorming ideas for programs that would improve the quality of life for residents.

The Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union shared an outline with her for a series of 14 different classes about financial literacy. Aaron, in turn, brought it back to the board.

“Everyone was really excited about it,” Aaron said. “These are courses that really benefit us all. So we sat down and chose four of them to start, and that won’t be the end of it. We want to pick it up again next year, doing four at a time until we get them all done.”

The biweekly programs take place at the library, 240 W. 13 Mile Road, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend.

The next one is Wednesday, Aug. 23. It will

teach the basics of loans and credit, including billing cycles, payment due dates, credit card statements, and the importance of paying in full and on time.

On Sept. 6, the focus will shift to navigating the heated housing market, including budgeting and prequalifying for loans, as well as home inspections and other tips for maximizing value.

And on Sept. 20, attendees will learn about how small changes to saving and spending can benefit the community when those savings are reinvested in neighborhoods and local businesses.

Ann Jones, vice president of marketing and business development at MSGCU, said her group offers workshops for free at branch offices, as well as at libraries, in schools and at local businesses. Many workshops are available virtually as well, with 24/7 online learning at msgcu.org/education.

“There’s nothing we love more than helping someone achieve their version of financial success,” Jones said via email. “It’s very rewarding to be a part of the teams who help educate our community and students in local schools.”

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for Aug. 16, covering the concept of raising a financially literate family — from allowance guidelines and first credit cards, to teaching kids how to make smart money choices in life. Aaron said she finds the concept very appealing as a mother raising a son.

“Finances are not taught in school.

When I went to college and they told me that I can get a credit card, I had no idea what I was doing. So knowing how to manage that, and putting aside money and not spending every dollar, it helps not only the parents but the children also,” Aaron said.

“Like I have a son who gets an allowance, and he spends it and he’s broke again — he’s an Amazon junkie! So you want families to really understand how to budget and balance,” she said. “That way, when they’re adults, they’re not trying to clean up their credit, because they already have good credit.”

Jones said that education has long been a component of the MSGCU, which seems fitting since teachers founded the bank nearly 70 years ago.

“Most people would greatly benefit from learning more about money management, and want to receive financial educa-

tion, but they don’t always know how to ask, or who they can turn to,” she said.

Jones said that three in four Americans go to work feeling stressed due to money matters, which impacts their overall job performance and mental health. She said that the MSGCU wants to help them. So far this year, more than 700 people have attended the in-person workshops, and nearly 5,000 users have taken the online courses.

“These numbers will increase in the fall, when we get back into the classrooms to talk with young adults about how to handle cash and credit,” Jones said.

She explained that the workshops are structured around concrete steps one can take to begin improving their financial situation. The goal is to make things understandable and approachable.

Aaron said she hopes residents turn out for the workshops.

“They will learn so much,” she said.

“These are important concepts they will be able to apply to their everyday lives.”

For more information, call the Madison Heights Public Library at (248) 588-7763.

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WHAT HOMEOWNERS CAN DO TO PREPARE FOR AND COPE WITH POWER OUTAGES

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METRO DETROIT — It’s been 20 years since metro Detroit and a large portion of the northeastern United States underwent a massive blackout that lasted for a couple of days.

Much like that blackout, homeowners never know when a power outage will strike, but they can be prepared for when one occurs.

According to DTE Energy, the majority of power outages in the U.S., around 62%, are caused by weather or tree-related incidents. Other outage causes include equipment failure, public or animal contact, power grid failures or maintenance.

The company states that, during a major storm, its priority in power restoration starts with hospitals, nursing care facilities, police and fire stations, radio and television stations, and sanitary pumping facilities. The focus after those facilities turns to households and businesses, starting with electrical circuits where the largest numbers of customers are without power.

There are efforts that residents can take to mitigate any potential damage to their appliances or to restore some power to their homes.

Many homeowners might turn to purchasing their own standby generators to get some power back. Maria Handlen, the office manager for Joe Pizik Electric in Troy, said the type of generator to buy can depend on what a homeowner is looking for.

“You know what you want to operate when the power is out. So that determines what size (for a generator),” she said. “So you kind of know what you want when the power does go out. … Some people want furnaces, and some people don’t want the AC; some do.”

Air-cooled generators can run from $8,000 to $15,000, Handlen said, and they can go up higher if you’re looking for a liquid-cooled generator.

“Some homes have to have liquid cooling because they’re so big,” she said. “Let’s say if (your home is) 6,000 square feet and got multiple furnaces and AC’s, you’re going to have to go with a liquid-cooled unit. Air-cooled ain’t gonna work for your home. So most average homes, you know, 4,000 (square feet and) under, 5,000 (square feet and) under can operate with an air-cooled generator.”

Handlen noted that it’s hard to get generators installed because there’s a lot involved in the process.

“Generators start at just under $4,000 for a standby generator. That’s the cost of the generator. Then you get mechanical and

your electrical. You know, there’s two trades, you gotta have permits. There’s a lot involved.

I mean, it’s an all-day job,” she said. “Inspections that gotta happen. I mean, you got a mechanical guy doing all the gas piping, you got an electrician, multiple electricians there installing this. It’s a pretty big deal.”

For people who get portable generators instead of standby generators, Jack Blanchard, Berkley’s emergency manager and former city councilman, said homeowners should not have a generator run too close to their home or window, as it might lead to carbon monoxide entering the house.

“We see that some people just set it outside the window so they can run a cord in a window or something, and then they’re getting exhaust fumes in and don’t even realize that,” he said.

Outside of purchasing a generator, some tips for when the power goes out can be as simple as keeping fridges and freezers closed for the outage’s duration.

Blanchard said this is important for food safety. He also said it’s important to unplug all appliances while the power is out. “(It’s) to make sure that when the power comes back on, you get a surge, your computers are not going to get blasted so that they will survive. Any other major appliances, you should shut down the power by (turning off ) the circuit breakers.”

Some homeowners also might have to be concerned about pets that depend on electrically powered habitats, such as fish.

Ethan Fogle, owner of Fishy Bizz in Farmington, said owners can obtain battery-powered air pumps to keep the oxygen running in their fish tanks.

“If you’re worried about getting really hot, you can just do, like, cold water changes, do a water change on the tank and, you know, use cooler water to kind of cool the water down … so it doesn’t get too hot for the fish, and then, like, a batterypowered air pump so you can keep oxygen going,” he said.

In terms of how quickly a fish owner needs to act to get a battery or change water, Fogle said this depends on the size of the tank and the fish.

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dogs. The firefighters are there. Everyone from the library to the churches are there.

All kinds of organizations are there showing their support. So it’s a real community gathering,” Kruppe said.

The superintendent will start the event at 5 p.m. with a welcome speech by the baseball field. There will be plenty of pizza, hot dogs and other food to enjoy. There will also be performances by the band and dance team, and demonstrations by the robotics team.

Throughout it all, guests will be free to move between the different tables. One exhibit is by the Oakland County Health Department, with a free vaccination clinic.

Easterseals will be on hand with resources to assist families. The YMCA will be handing out sports equipment while supplies last.

“The Huddle is for all family members, kindergarten through adulthood. They can come in, and the energy is great. Hazel Park is a fantastic community. In my mind, the schools are a hidden gem,” Kruppe said.

“There’s so much excitement in the air.

There’s something here for everyone.”

She said the district continues to tout the success of its Promise Zone, which guarantees scholarships for a free two-year college education to any students who graduate there and live within the district’s boundaries. The district includes all of Hazel Park and parts of Ferndale.

“I wish I had a Promise Zone where I grew up. The ability to have a free two-year college education is simply amazing,” Kruppe said. “Our students have that opportunity for a free college associate degree with an in-state school. With four-year schools, we

pay the same amount we’d pay for Oakland Community College, putting it toward two years at a school in Michigan. We encourage our kids to think about having at least some level of college education. It’s an amazing opportunity.

“Another great feature is that we have college coaches as part of the Promise Zone,” she said. “They’re going to each student while they’re in their freshman and sophomore years, mentoring them to make sure they’re successful working toward college.

Sometimes they’re the first members of their families going to college.”

A new program this year is the Junior Vikings, done in partnership with the city of Hazel Park. Its first season started earlier this month. Students from age 6 up to eighth grade can play football or join a cheer squad as part of the Junior Vikings, all at low cost.

“That’s another example of our district providing more opportunities that maybe they normally don’t have or couldn’t afford at a private club,” Kruppe said.

Ed Klobucher, Hazel Park’s city manager, said that football and cheerleading are just the start.

“We want our young people, of elementary school age, to have the same opportunities to play organized sports that kids in other communities have,” Klobucher said.

“We’re starting with football and cheerleading, but we expect to add more girls and boys sports soon.”

The Huddle will also introduce guests to the Create and Repair Incubator, a new after-school program done in partnership with local artist Richard Gage, of Richard Gage Design Studio, and sculptor Alexandra Virginia Martin, founder of anhelo anhelo.

Guests can mingle at a milk-and-toast bar while learning more about the workshop,

which will show participants how to disassemble and reassemble household appliances, teaching them mechanical skills and sparking new interests.

The district is also planning other features for the 2023-24 school year, such as a “zero hour” before the start of each day at Hazel Park Junior High, where students can exercise on grant-funded spin cycles to get their blood pumping and relieve stress, mak-

ing it easier to focus once class begins. Tutoring services will also be available during the new zero hour.

“There are all kinds of great activities occurring in this district,” Kruppe said.

“We’re bringing the community together, letting them see all the fantastic opportunities in the Hazel Park Public Schools.”

Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.

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(B) Case # PZBA 23-12: 1044 E. 11 Mile Road REQUEST: The petitioner, John Joannidis, requests two (2) dimensional variances from the Zoning Ordinance: (1) A variance from Section 10.504(1)(c) pertaining to required detached accessory building location; and (2) a variance from Section 10.504(1)(h) pertaining to required detached accessory building setbacks. The subject property is located at 1044 E. 11 Mile Road (tax parcel # 44-25-24-129-036) and is zoned M-1, Light Industrial.

The applications and any supporting documents can be viewed during regular business hours at the Community & Economic Development Department. In addition, the agenda items can be viewed online at www.madison-heights.org in the Agenda Center after 4:00 p.m. on the Friday before the meeting.

If you are unable to attend the meeting, you can send your comments via email to: MattLonnerstater@madison-heights.org and your comment will be read into the record at the meeting. Written comments may also be mailed prior to the meeting to 300 West Thirteen Mile Road, Madison Heights, Michigan, 48071. All comments will be heard at the meeting.

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HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a masked gunman robbed a 47-year-old Warren man around 10 p.m.

Aug. 10. The incident occurred on the street in the 1000 block of East Eight Mile Road.

The suspect, described as a Black man wearing black clothing and a mask, allegedly pointed a black handgun at the victim and took several items. The stolen items include Cartier glasses, a gold necklace, two diamond necklaces, and a Cartier watch, as well as $700-$800 in cash.

The investigation was ongoing.

Batteries shoplifted

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, batteries valued at more than $100 were stolen from a store in Hazel Park around 10:50 p.m. Aug. 9.

The incident occurred at the CVS on Nine Mile Road, east of Interstate 75. A 46-year-old man from Detroit was arrested for retail fraud.

Police were investigating.

Vehicle theft attempted

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, an unknown suspect tried to steal a car around 10 p.m. Aug. 10. The vehicle was a maroon 2017 Kia Optima belonging to a 36-year-old Hazel Park man, parked in the 1300 block of East Pearl Avenue.

Someone smashed a window to gain entry, but the vehicle was not stolen. There was no damage to the vehicle’s ignition.

The investigation was ongoing.

glaries in the area.

The suspects are Emmanuel Ashford, 21, and Randy Greene, 18, both of Detroit.

They were arraigned on Saturday, Aug. 5 in the 43rd District Court in Hazel Park.

Ashford and Greene are both charged with breaking and entering a building, a 10-year felony; receiving and concealing See CHARGES on page 18A

Chain fence broken

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a chain fence in a parking lot belonging to the city of Hazel Park was damaged around 6:54 p.m. Aug. 9. The incident occurred at a park near East Robert Avenue and Dequindre Road.

There was allegedly a group of men who fled the scene in a vehicle that had been reported stolen out of Westland. The getaway vehicle is described as a gray 2018 Hyundai Elantra.

Police were investigating.

If you know more about these crimes or others, call Hazel Park police at (248) 5426161.

Vehicle vanishes

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, an unknown person stole a Chrysler 300 between 8:20 p.m. Aug. 6 and 3 a.m. Aug. 7. The incident occurred while the vehicle had been parked in the 32000 block of Concord Drive. The victim is a 25-year-old Eastpointe man.

The investigation was ongoing.

Catalytic converters stolen

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, a business reported that parts were stolen from several of their vehicles between 6 p.m. Aug. 4 and 7:30 a.m.

Aug. 7. The incident occurred in the 25000 block of Dequindre Road. The stolen car parts were catalytic converters.

Police were investigating.

If you know more about this crime or others, call Madison Heights police at (248) 5852100.

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HAZEL PARK ART FAIR RETURNS TO GREEN ACRES PARK FESTIVAL WILL INCLUDE ‘CLAZEL PARK’ POTTERY SHOWDOWN

An artist with Naye Taye Visuals works on a print at last year’s Hazel Park Art Fair. This year’s event is Aug. 26-27, once again at Green Acres Park.

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HAZEL PARK — Now in its 11th year, the Hazel Park Art Fair will once again bring together talent both established and upcoming. New this year is a partnership with the Clawson Clay Guild, whose potters will teach their craft, get audience members involved, and compete with each other in different categories.

The festival takes place at Green Acres Park, 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd. in Hazel Park, the last weekend of the month, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27. The event is family-friendly and free to attend.

Potters from the Clawson Clay Guild will square off in the “Clazel Park” Pottery Showdown, beginning at 2 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday. They will strive for glory in contests such as “Throwing Blind,” where the goal is to make the tallest cylinder while blindfolded; “Speed Throwing,” where they aim to make the most coffee mugs in 10 minutes; “Best Likeness,” where each potter has 10 minutes to create a sculpture of an audience member; and “Surprise Category,” where the goal won’t be revealed until immediately before it begins.

Andy LeCureaux, a member of the Hazel Park City Council, is a huge fan of the event.

“The Hazel Park Art Fair is one of my favorite things to volunteer at,” LeCureaux said. “I set up the artists the morning the day of, and I just love it. I have pieces of art that I have purchased from every one of our fairs.”

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Arts Council. The committee is comprised of four people: the chairperson Amy Aubry and members Lilly Ristau, Charlie Rysenga and Rob Zograph. Aubry said via email that the event is privately funded and run entirely by volunteers.

“Our sponsors and fundraising efforts help us keep the fair affordable for vendors,” she said.

There were about 100 vendors at last year’s fair, which was attended by more than 4,000 people over the course of the weekend.

“We continue to receive positive feedback from attendees and our vendors, who have praised the weekend volunteers as being some of the best they’ve worked with at similar events,” Aubry said. “We continue to have vendors return year after year, and even experienced a record number of vendor applications this year.”

Vendors this year will sell fine art and functional ware in nearly every medium imaginable. There will also be clothing and jewelry, baked goods and more.

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There will also be a yoga fundraiser at 11 a.m. on Sunday. The 60-minute program by Body Party is suitable for all levels, and will teach yoga techniques while raising money for the Ruth Ellis Center, which creates opportunities for LGBTQ+ youth, providing them counseling, safe spaces and more. This year’s goal is to raise $1,250. The cost is a suggested donation of $25.

Another fundraiser is the charity beer garden, featuring a selection of craft beer, wine spritzers and newly added cocktails. All proceeds support the Hazel Park Arts Council. There will also be crafts available for kids to take home, free of charge. Food vendors will provide plenty to eat, as well.

LeCureaux said he’s looking forward to everything this year’s fair has to offer.

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“This is like a country club for car people. It’s fun. It’s a place to play and a place to rest,” said McDonald, who resides in Rochester Hills. “This was an old General Motors plant. It was like a brownfield. M1 Concourse Inc. is the company that developed this whole piece of property.”

The M1 Concourse is the ideal place for McDonald to store and drive his five cars: a 2017 Mazda MX-5 Cup racing car, a 2016 Mazda Miata street car, a 1957 Porsche Speedster, a 2016 Porsche 911 Carrera, and a hybrid 2019 Porsche Panamera.

McDonald said the Miata “is wonderful for the street and the track.”

“It provides a thrill and a smile,” he said. “You get out of this car and you can’t help but smile.”

As for the 1957 Porsche Speedster, “This is a very rare car. Very few of them were made,” McDonald said. “It has a rear engine and has been fully restored.”

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“Growing up, I could tell every car by the sound of the motor,” he said.

As a family man with a wife and four daughters, McDonald worked in automotive communication for more than 50 years.

Now retired, McDonald can often be found at his favorite spot in town: the M1 Concourse in Pontiac.

The 87-acre M1 Concourse — located

at the northwest corner of Woodward Avenue and South Boulevard — is known as a premier destination for automotive entertainment and recreation. The concourse is a community of private car condominiums with living rooms and kitchenettes. Each car condo garage features two-story open spaces ranging in size that allow for parking multiple vehicles.

The concourse also features a 1.5-mile road course, an events center, and indoor and outdoor spaces that overlook the track.

It’s a place where car buffs can gather for private and public events. There’s also a retail

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cial piece is the toy replica model of a 1956 Chevy Bel-Air. “I took my wife on our first date in this car. It was a drive-in in Pennsylvania,” McDonald said. “I was in college. That brings back a lot of memories.”

McDonald held executive positions in automotive communication with various companies over the years. That includes Volkswagen of America, Mazda, Porsche, Audi and ThyssenKrupp. His primary responsibility was to maintain a relationship with the company he was working for and the media. He was always available, for instance, when a new car was unveiled.

“We’d launch new vehicles, maybe at a racetrack, or we’d go to places with good roads,” he said. “We’d give journalists the opportunity to drive the car on the racetrack.

When the media person had a question, they could call the PR person. We always took an honest approach. I always thought of myself as the conscience of the company.

“I started working in 1967, and in 2021, I fully retired. I hung up my car keys, as they say,” the U.S. Army veteran said. “I have enjoyed every moment of my working career. I traveled around the world and met people. I have my friends in automotive media throughout the country and throughout the world I stay in touch with.”

He also stays in contact with many people at the M1 Concourse.

“We’re friendly people. We’re outgo-

ing,” McDonald said. “We love to talk about our cars. There’s such a variety of cars and people. Everyone from a 1910 Ford Model T to a 2020 Porsche 918. There are a lot of exotic cars. We have race car drivers, collectors, Corvette guys, Mustang guys.”

He also said the M1 Concourse is not a racetrack but rather a performance track.

And safety is a priority.

“All the cars have to be inspected every year — brakes, tires inspection — to make sure the cars are in good shape,” McDonald said.

“It’s a great feeling,” McDonald said of driving along the track. “You’re feeling the G-force on a turn. You’re feeling the breaking and the acceleration. It’s like if you ride a horse. You’re feeling the motion of the horse.”

Car owners are allotted a certain number of hours to use the track, and those times shift between morning, afternoon and evening. Each condominium has an official address and a pit lane number.

The general public is invited to the M1 Concourse “Cars & Coffee” on the first Saturday of the month from April through October. The time is 8–11 a.m. Each show has a special vehicle theme. The Sept. 2 theme is Ford, Lincoln and Mercury. The Oct. 7 theme is Japanese Domestic Manufacturing and Asian Brands.

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Police began approaching the case from a different angle, following investigative leads that led them to a home on Detroit’s east side, where the stolen Dodge Charger was found. A search warrant was obtained, and Ashford and Greene were arrested.

“We’re still investigating to try to determine the other suspects involved in this case,” Buchholz said. “It could be tied to other crimes in the area.”

Several of the stolen guns were recovered, along with the stolen vehicle. Another gun that was unrelated to the pawn shop incident was also recovered at the house in Detroit.

Police also found items that had been reported stolen from two marijuana facilities in the area where break-ins had recently occurred. Buchholz declined to identify those businesses, or when the incidents occurred, noting that multiple police departments are involved. He did confirm that cash had been taken from one establishment, while cannabis was stolen from the other.

As such, authorities believe that the four men in the pawn shop incident might also be involved in other burglaries in the area.

Neither Ashford nor Greene would confess to the alleged crimes.

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Ashford is also charged with possession of burglary tools, a 10-year felony; receiving and concealing stolen property (motor vehicle), a five-year felony; and assaulting and resisting police, a two-year felony.

Ashford is being held on a $50,000 cash bond, while Greene is being held on a $15,000 bond.

Attorney Gil McRipley, representing Greene, declined to comment on the case.

Ashford’s attorney, Marshall Tauber, had not returned a call seeking comment at press time.

Police said the incident occurred around 6:45 a.m. Aug. 2 at Universal Gold and Gun Exchange, located at 24834 John R Road in Hazel Park.

A witness called police to report the crime in progress, describing four men involved.

Hazel Park Police Chief Brian Buchholz declined to describe the two suspects still at large, saying it could compromise the investigation. But he recounted how the crime appears to have gone down, and how police confronted them.

One suspect reportedly broke the glass window on the front door of the building in order to reach through the security gate behind it and cut off the lock. A rifle and four handguns were reportedly stolen.

Police arrived in time to confront the suspects as they exited the pawn shop. The men quickly entered a green Dodge Charger — later determined to have been stolen — and pursued them until they reached Detroit, at which point the chase was called off.

“They were driving at very high rates of speed, going through traffic lights with-

rants — among them a weapons offense, two larcenies and two traffic misdemeanors.

“The investigation is definitely not over. It’s ongoing, and it could be connected to other cities,” Buchholz said. “Our detectives and officers did an excellent job of putting this case together. We are thankful to make a couple arrests and to have recovered the weapons. Obviously, any guns in the wrong hands are very dangerous. So again, we’re very thankful we were able to apprehend some of the suspects, and we’re hoping to further our investigation into this criminal enterprise.”

If you know more about this case or others, call Hazel Park Police at (248) 5426161.

Call Staff Writer Andy Kozlowski at (586) 498-1046.

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Sparkle Network offers affordable prom dresses

OK2SAY shows increase in reports

METRO DETROIT — On July 25, the office of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer released an annual report that showed Michigan State Police logged more than 7,400 tips from OK2SAY in 2022, which was a 19% increase from the previous year.

OK2SAY is a student safety program which allows anyone to confidentially report tips on criminal activities or potential harm directed at Michigan students, school employees or schools. Tips can include reports on bullying, individual threats to a specific person, drugs and alcohol use, harassment and depression.

OK2SAY is available 24/7 and tips can be submitted by calling (855) 5652729 or texting to 652729, which stands for OK2SAY. Tipsters also can send an email to OK2SAY@mi.gov or at the website michigan.gov/ok2say. The OK2SAY mobile app is available for download in app stores for iPhone and Android.

Initial tips are fielded by Michigan State Police OK2SAY technicians. They are trained to receive, analyze and disseminate tip information to local law enforcement agencies, school officials, community mental health service programs, or the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services for a timely response.

The state’s fiscal year 2024 budget includes an additional $378,000 to support the hiring of three more OK2SAY technicians to respond to the increasing number of tips.

HAZEL PARK ART FAIR

HAZEL PARK — The Hazel Park Art Fair will take place at Green Acres Park, 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd., from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27.

The event is family-friendly and free to attend, and will feature a wide variety of new and established artists, who will be exhibiting and selling their works.

Vendor applications are still being accepted for artists, cottage food vendors and musicians.

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Volunteers are also needed to assist vendors. Apply at hpart.org/aboutthefair.

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METRO DETROIT — Sparkle Network’s Dress into a Dream Homecoming Dress Sale program will come to several local locations in upcoming weeks.

• Marlaina Photo Studio in Shelby Township Aug. 25.

• American House East 1 in Roseville Aug 26.

• Front Door Housekeeping in Utica Aug 27.

• Meadowbrook Center for Learning Differences in Rochester Sept. 1.

• T-Tech Solutions in Troy Sept 2.

The dress sale program allows high school students to try on dresses for the homecoming dance and other events. The dresses are sold for $10 each. Dresses are available in all sizes and lengths. Some of the dresses are donated, while others are brand new.

Applications to set up an appointment are available at the Sparkle Network website at sparklenetwork.org. All proceeds will replenish attire for the Prom Closet Project Tour 2024.

Troy High HOSA team achieves success at national conference Troy High School’s Health Occupations Students of America team recently returned with many accolades from the International Leadership Conference in Dallas.

This competitive conference took place June 20-25 and welcomed more than 12,000 students from the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Canada, American Samoa and China.

Twenty-eight Troy High students accompanied team moderator Angie Griesmann to this year’s conference.

HOSA is a national organization formed to promote physical, mental and social well-being; develop effective leadership qualities and skills; and develop the ability to communicate more with people both inside and outside the organization.

Top awards were received by several Troy High students, including Ria Lattupalli, who placed third in the International in Healthy Lifestyle category; Fiona Samson, who placed second in the International in Biotechnology

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category; and Anusha Gupta, who placed first in the International in Human Growth and Development category.

Incoming senior Aanya Shah received the commended Barbara James Service Award after accumulating more than 300 hours of service to her community over the last two years.

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Woman allegedly acts as decoy for truck theft

NOVI — A woman apparently acted as a diversion to steal a pickup truck full of tools from two journeyman linemen at a hotel in the 27000 block of South Karevich Drive, near Novi Road and Interstate 96, at around midnight July 30.

According to a police report, the woman pulled up to the linemen in a newer black sedan and claimed to be lost. While this was happening, one of the linemen saw the pickup truck, which had been parked on the east side of the building, pull out, but the lineman apparently thought it was a coworker driving at the time.

The stolen 2007 Chevrolet Silverado contained a pair of Oakley Sutro sunglasses and linemen’s equipment valued at more than $5,000. The stolen equipment included Buckingham climbers, a Bashlin climbing belt, a Buckingham Bucksqueeze fall restriction device, a Milwaukee half-inch impact driver, and many wrenches and other hand tools.

Some of the items were later found in the area of Westfield Avenue and Auburn Street in Detroit — near Evergreen and West Chicago roads — according to the report. The case was closed pending more information.

Inclement weather earlier that week had resulted in widespread power outages in southeast Michigan.

Men in Charger try to steal Challenger

NOVI — At around 6:45 p.m. July 21, security video at the Emagine Novi recorded a red or orange Dodge Charger driving in the parking lot. Two men got out of the Charger, which kept driving slowly north, and circled a dark green 2023 Dodge Challenger parked in the lot.

In the video, one of the suspects breaks the Challenger’s passenger-side window and enters the vehicle at 6:47 p.m. The other suspect stood next to the passenger door. A minute later, both men circled back to the Charger, which was now parked north of the Challenger, and they left the scene.

According to the police report, the window damage was estimated to cost $125. The suspects apparently took a pair of prescription sunglasses valued at $120 and tried without success to hotwire the car.

The owner of the Challenger reportedly told police that he initially had parked his vehicle on the other side of the building and then moved it to where he thought it would be safer from a break-in. The owner said he would like to press charges if the men are apprehended. A bulletin was put out for the men.

Dog found outside after break-in at home

WEST BLOOMFIELD — A resident on Stillwell Drive reportedly came home to find the front door wide open and her dog outside.

The home invasion was reported to have occurred between 11 a.m. July 23 and 7:15 a.m.

July 24.

Officers arrived at the scene and observed that the front door had been kicked open.

After conducting a search of the residence, no suspects were located.

The homeowner reported that she is missing numerous items, including a 30-inch flatscreen television, coins, a Rolex watch, a Movado watch and a Michele watch.

Approximately 25 pairs of designer shoes were also reportedly taken, along with other miscellaneous items.

The case was turned over to detectives for review.

Man accused of stealing from pharmacy, grocery store

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department responded to a retail fraud at a pharmacy in the 6500 block of Telegraph Road at 1:45 p.m. July 18.

The suspect reportedly stole one container of Tide laundry detergent and one Bluetooth speaker.

Upon leaving the pharmacy, the suspect went to a nearby grocery store and stole one bottle of Seagram’s VO Whiskey, 750 milliliters, for $13.99; one bottle of Jim Beam Devil’s Cut Whiskey, 750 milliliters, for $24.99; and two bottles of Smirnoff Vodka, 750 milliliters, at $12.99 each.

Officers were able to retrieve a description of the suspect and locate him in the shopping plaza parking lot.

The suspect had multiple outstanding warrants.

Officers arrested the suspect and brought him back to the Bloomfield Township Police Department. The case was turned over to the investigative division, and detectives were seeking a warrant for second-degree retail fraud.

Birmingham officers assist Madison Heights to stop intoxicated driver

BIRMINGHAM — On July 29, at approximately 5 a.m., an officer on patrol responded to a request for assistance from the Madison Heights Police Department regarding an intoxicated driver who had driven over a lawn and toward officers.

Birmingham officers were able to stop the vehicle on northbound Woodward Avenue. The suspect, a

68-year-old man from Madison Heights, attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended.

Officers found a crack pipe in the suspect’s pocket, about which the suspect said, “It’s mine. I paid for it.”

Madison Heights police arrived and took custody of the suspect.

Clothing destroyed

MADISON HEIGHTS — According to a police report, two residents of Madison Heights — ages 37 and 40 — destroyed each other’s clothing during an incident in the 1600 block of Christine Terrace around 5 p.m. July 25.

The investigation was ongoing.

Home invaded

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a home was broken into in the 23400 block of Vance Avenue around 6 a.m. July 25.

The victim, a 41-year-old Hazel Park man, fought with the suspect, a 28-year-old Port Huron man who was subsequently arrested. Entry had been gained through an unlocked door. Nothing was stolen.

An investigation was ongoing.

Altercation leads to arrest

ROYAL OAK — At 2 a.m. July 21, a complainant got into a verbal altercation with an individual near the complainant’s car at South Center and West Fifth streets. The other party reportedly smashed out the rear window. Officers arrived on the scene and the subject was arrested for malicious destruction of property and disorderly conduct.

Woman throws punches at bar staff, resists arrest

ROCHESTER — A police officer was dispatched to a bar in the 200 block of Main Street for a woman who was passed out in a bar bathroom at 1:15 a.m.

July 15.

The officer found a woman lying on the sidewalk by the main entrance of the bar.

As the officer was walking up to the subject, the officer saw a woman, later identified as a 29-year-old from Eastpointe, throwing punches at an unknown subject at the main entrance to the bar.

Staff stated that the woman was hitting and biting staff members, and they escorted her out of the building.

Officers at the scene attempted to place her into custody for disorderly conduct, which she resisted, and she was assisted to the ground by police.

Once she was on the ground, officers were able to

put her in handcuffs and place her in the patrol vehicle without injury.

She was transported to the Rochester Police Department, where she was processed and lodged without incident.

Church festival closed down after violating noise ordinance

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to a church in the 500 block of West Auburn Road on a report of a noise violation and loud party music at 11:08 p.m. July 4 and discovered loud music coming from a stage in violation of the city’s noise ordinance.

While there, police were alerted to a fire in a large commercial dumpster in the rear of the property.

The Rochester Hills Fire Department arrived and extinguished the fire, which was caused by fireworks.

Deputies contacted the festival organizers and the church priest and advised them of the excessive noise and parking issues. Deputies assisted with shutting down the festival and traffic control for the attendees as they exited.

Jewelry scammers attempt theft

TROY — An attempted theft reportedly occurred at 3:31 p.m. July 20 when a victim was approached in the 2800 block of Charter Drive by unknown male and female suspects driving a pickup truck.

According to the police, the suspects told the victim that their mother recently had passed away and they were giving away her gold jewelry and money.

One of the suspects put several supposedly gold necklaces, bracelets and rings on the victim and handed her $80 cash.

As the suspect put the jewelry on the victim, she discreetly removed the victim’s actual gold jewelry that she had been wearing and attempted to conceal it.

The victim realized what was happening and was able to grab her jewelry back and run, according to police. The suspects then fled the area in their vehicle.

Candy thief pulls knife on store clerk

SOUTHFIELD — Officers were contacted after a store clerk confronted a suspect for stealing candy at a business in the 20000 block of Southfield Road July 18.

When prompted to return the candy, the suspect reportedly pulled out a knife, then exited the store.