By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The Crestwood School District sent a letter to parents and students addressing a trespasser from out of the district and an altercation that caused an injury Dec. 20. The former incident, rumored on social media to be an “active shooter,” was debunked by the letter. Crestwood High School went into a lockdown about 1:45 p.m. after it was discovered a Dearborn student not affiliated with Crestwood entered the building. “Thanks to the alertness of our staff, this student was … [Read more...] about Crestwood sends letter home regarding false ‘active shooter,’ altercation
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Heights resident stabs man to death after video game console dispute
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Police are looking for a Dearborn Heights man who allegedly stabbed a Newport man to death in an altercation during a video gaming system sale Dec. 17. Police said a 21-year-old Heights man stabbed Javier Trent, 29, after the sale in Newport went sour. Trent was transported to ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital where he died as a result of his injuries shortly after. The 21-year-old man and his 19-year-old girlfriend from Livonia agreed to meet with Trent just before 8 p.m. at … [Read more...] about Heights resident stabs man to death after video game console dispute
Heights councilman punched in the face by neighbor
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — A Dearborn Heights man was arrested for assault and battery after he punched Councilman Ray Muscat in the face on Dec. 8. Muscat’s neighbor, who has not been identified, spent two days in jail before being released on Dec. 10. An investigation is currently being conducted by the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. Muscat said he has had several encounters with the neighbor dating back to the summer which caused him to install a security surveillance system. In the past the … [Read more...] about Heights councilman punched in the face by neighbor
Heights council opts out of allowing marijuana businesses in city
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The City Council unanimously voted to opt out of allowing marijuana grow dispensaries, facilities and recreational sales in the city during a meeting on Dec. 11. Corporation Counsel Gary Mitoke proposed the ordinance and Councilman Dave Abdallah moved to agree with Mitoke. Councilman Bill Bazzi supported Abdallah’s motion. The agreement on the proposed ordinance included the first and second reading along with the adoption on an emergency basis. Abdallah said he was completely … [Read more...] about Heights council opts out of allowing marijuana businesses in city
Heights police ask public’s assistance in identity suspects
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Police are searching for multiple perpetrators in cases that include a pharmacy break-in, stolen packages and retail fraud. On Nov. 13, four people parked behind Dearborn Heights Pharmacy, 25524 Ford Road, and exited the vehicle when one of them acted as a lookout while the others attempted to pry the pharmacy’s door open. The pharmacy’s alarm was activated causing the people to flee, according to a Police Department Facebook bulletin. Police also believe the perpetrators were … [Read more...] about Heights police ask public’s assistance in identity suspects
Volunteers ‘Make a Senior Smile’ during annual event Nov. 10
HEIGHTS — Volunteers brought smiles to the faces of Dearborn Heights seniors and disabled veterans on a blustery cold Nov. 10 as they performed yard work as part of Wayne County Commissioner Diane Webb’s 10th annual Make a Senior Smile Day. In all, 39 volunteers raked leaves at 27 homes in Dearborn Heights, collecting more than 350 bags of yard waste. Volunteers came from the city police and fire departments, including recently retired Police Chief Lee Gavin and Fire Chief David Brogan, the Michigan State University Master Gardener … [Read more...] about Volunteers ‘Make a Senior Smile’ during annual event Nov. 10
Redford man charged with arson for Heights house fire
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Robert Raymond Patrick III, 49, of Redford Township was charged with second degree arson, second degree home invasion and receiving and concealing stolen property with a value of over $1,000 Nov. 5. He was arraigned on Nov. 2 in the 20th District Court for the chargers in connection to the fire he allegedly started at a house in the 6900 block of Mayburn. Patrick is in jail on a $100,000 cash bond and has a probable cause conference scheduled for Nov. 14 and a preliminary … [Read more...] about Redford man charged with arson for Heights house fire
New Heights police chief sworn in during ceremony
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — With the reading of an oath and years of hard work, Dan Voltattorni was sworn in as the city’s new police chief Nov. 7. “I want give a special thanks to (former Police Chief) Lee Gavin, the mayor and his staff, the council members and my family for the support,” Voltattorni said. “I’m honored to be the next chief and have the opportunity to continue serving the Dearborn Heights community.” Voltattorni stood outside the Dearborn Heights Justice Center, 25637 Michigan Ave., as … [Read more...] about New Heights police chief sworn in during ceremony
Person of interest in custody for possible house arson
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Police have a person of interest in custody after a house in the 6900 block of Mayburn was damaged from a suspected arson fire on Oct. 29. Firefighters responded to the call of a garage on fire at 8:15 p.m., but when they arrived on the scene, the second story of the house was engulfed in flames. Fire Chief David Brogan said firefighters arrived at the house within five minutes and noticed that the smoke was coming from the second story windows. “Firefighters entered through … [Read more...] about Person of interest in custody for possible house arson
13th District state representative seeks re-election
By ZEINAB NAJM Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — Current 13th District State Rep. Frank Liberati (D-Allen Park) is seeking re-election in the Nov. 6 general election against Republican challenger Annie Spencer. The position is for a two-year term. According to published reports, Spencer responded to survey requests by saying she moved out of the district and is not actively seeing election. Her name will remain on the ballot because she did not officially withdraw from the race. Each candidate was asked three questions with … [Read more...] about 13th District state representative seeks re-election