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CLINTON TOWNSHIP — The Clinton Township Board of Trustees made five commission and committee appointments at its meeting on Aug. 11. Trustees approved William Rucker and Rick Adlen to fill two open spots on
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believe that this expertise gives me a good handle on how utilities and planning should come along in township projects.” He added, “I think my skills would, for this committee, bring real-world input to (projects) to cut costs, avoid delays and just to make sure our decision making as a whole is community based.”
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CLINTON TOWNSHIP — Voters in Clinton Township decided on Aug. 5 to renew the Clinton Township Police Department’s millage for 2026-2035. “There was a lot weighing on getting this renewal, so having this pass at such a large percentage shows us that we have a lot of support from the community,” Clinton Township Police Chief Preston Susalla said. “We already knew we had a lot of support from the community, but this just reinforces it, so it definitely makes us feel good knowing that we have the community support and that we’ll have the funding to provide the protective service that the community has come to expect and deserves.” About 15% of Clinton Township’s registered voters participated in the single-item special election by returning absentee ballots or voting in-person on Aug. 5, with the Macomb County Clerk’s Office reporting 7,972 voters in support of the millage and 4,729 voters against it unofficially as of Aug. 6. In-person early voting was waived by the township board, with Township Clerk Kim Meltzer citing costs as the reason. “As a clerk my expectations are always higher than the turnout, but 12-15% is about the norm on a special election,” Meltzer said. “When I saw the social media information out there (about the election) I thought we might get more than that; I thought we were looking more closely to a 20% turnout, but that did not happen.” The run-up to the election saw some conSee MILLAGE on page 7A
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BRIGHTON — The sports landscape in Southeast Michigan has added a new team to the mix after a successful inaugural season from the Detroit Metro Football Club. DMFC is in its first calendar year of existence and is already making a name for itself as a desirable destination for players, fans and sponsors. The club plays out of Legacy Center Sports Complex in Brighton and has received great feedback on the facility and the product of play. DMFC plays in the United Premier Soccer League, which is in the fourth tier of the U.S. Soccer pyramid. The UPSL is the largest and most competitive pro-develop-
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FRASER — At its meeting on Aug. 14, the Fraser City Council honored the Baumgartner House and the city’s Historical Commission with a proclamation for the house’s 150th anniversary. The house has an extensive history starting in the 1850s when the property was first bought by John Christian Baumgartner. The land included room for raising pigs, cows and an apple orchard. This year, the Historical Commission has plans for a celebration of the house’s history on Sept. 7.
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Lawmakers ask Apple to not close Partridge Creek store CLINTON TOWNSHIP — On Aug. 7, 16 state legislators from Macomb County called on Apple to reconsider its decision to close its Apple Store at The Mall at Partridge Creek. The letter, addressed to Apple’s Cupertino, California headquarters, cites population demographics and the local business environment that supports the store and other businesses at Partridge Creek. “Over the last 15 years, Macomb County has experienced one of the most sustained population growths in the state,” the letter states. “From 841,350 residents in 2010 to more than 875,000 today, the region is one of few locations in Michigan — and the midwest — that are actively growing. Clinton Township alone where the mall is located has seen explosive growth, rising from 79,580 in 2010 to nearly 100,000 residents today. This growth reflects a unique sense of vibrancy and demonstrates a thriving suburban community.” The letter states the Apple Store was one of the first businesses to open at The Mall at Partridge Creek. The mall opened in 2007. “Thank you for your consideration, and for the years of service you have already provided our community,” the letter says. “We ask you to continue your investment in a stable, growing community in the heart of Macomb County.”
SAN FRANCISCO — On Aug. 11, environmental nonprofit Action for Nature announced Macomb Township 16-year-old Nethanya Fonseka as one of 15 recipients of its 2025 International Young EcoHero Award. Fonseka received the award for her work through Plant It Forward, her organization that has been responsible for planting over 860 trees, supportFonseka ing the Macomb Township Heritage Garden and backing a microforest project in Warren. “Nethanya is a true changemaker,” Kathi Piepenbrok, mentor and master gardener, said in a press release. “She has galvanized city officials, courageously won over the support of difficult city councils, and earned the donations and support of many organizations. Adults and youth alike have a lot to learn from her.” Fonseka was selected as a second-place winner of the International Young Eco-Hero Award by a panel of independent judges, including experts in environmental science, biology, and education. For the past 22 years, Action For Nature has recognized 360 EcoHeroes from 40 countries and 39 U.S. states.
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funding that we have, and that’s why we have such a high level of service that we provide. If we didn’t have the funding for that obviously we wouldn’t be able to have those types of resources, and it would significantly impact what we are able to provide in a negative way.” The Aug. 5 election was notable for being a first for both the township and Police Department. It was the first township-wide election under the new precinct map for the township, with trustees voting in February this year to reduce the precincts from 42 to 20 and the number of Election Day voting sites from 23 to 19. For Susalla, a 23-year Clinton Township Police Department employee, it was his first major undertaking since being sworn in as chief of police in June. “Coming into this job (getting the millage renewed was) priority number one because of the significant impact that the millage has on our budget, so I tackled it head-on” Susalla said. “Being employed here for the past almost 23 years, I’ve done other millage efforts — new millages and renewals — and we have a very good team here of employees that have also been involved in past campaigns, so I was familiar with it and that gave us all confidence.” “Everybody at the department worked as a team as we always do to see its success, and it was definitely a relief from my point of view leading this department to get this under our belt. Now we can look forward to the future of this department,” Susalla said.
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goal differential. That was good enough for a fifth-place finish in the UPSL Midwest East division. The team also hosted the Merit Cup, an event that allows anyone to try and beat the club for a $10,000 prize. In the first DMFC cup final, the team lost to a challenger. Aside from a successful inaugural season on the pitch, the club also immediately established itself as a destination for players around the league thanks to its fanbase, facilities, and the way management treats its players. “No one is doing it quite like we are in the league that we’re at,” said Jeff Tripoli, president of DMFC. “We’re going to create an atmosphere that attracts different talent. … Other players look around and say, ‘Wow.’” That’s a crucial area of focus for Tripoli. He has lofty long-term goals for what the experience will be like at the DMFC. “I envisioned something more around a campus, not necessarily a stadium,” Tripoli said. “A campus with significant training, open free soccer, and then from that, the best rise above, and we’ll give you a pathway to the team.” Soccer is unique because it allows fans to watch their teams rise through the ranks. DMFC is in its inaugural year, but the longterm goal is in place, and the people that start supporting the team now can follow along for the ride. “(The goal) is a moonshot, and that’s OK. It’s being the first non-MLS team in this century to win the U.S. Open Cup,” Lubyansky said. “In the modern era, no one has done it. That is our goal. To demonstrate that this model can actually put something competitively together that will produce the best team in U.S. Soccer.” DMFC will release its fall schedule in the coming days. To learn more about the DMFC, visit detroitmetrofc.com, and follow detroit.metro.fc on Instagram. Call Sports Writer Scott Bentley at (586) 498-1090.
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With 15 licensed funeral directors, totaling 350 years of combined experience, Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is uniquely qualified to bring peace and comfort to grieving families in their time of need. And these aren’t ordinary funeral directors. Each one was specifically sought out by the Wujek and Calcaterra families based on their individual talents and expertise. Licensed funeral director Dominick Astorino, managing director at Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons, is honored to be a part of this exceptional team. “My colleagues and I are career professionals,” stated Astorino. “Most of us have been with Wujek-Calcaterra for over 20 years. We are dedicated to our career in a long-standing way. “We also have an excellent collection of younger funeral directors. As the embalming professor at Wayne State University School of Mortuary Science, I have taught many of them. I see their potential from the first day I meet them and watch them develop.” These devoted individuals represent a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds. They have formed enduring relationships with local families and the community. They are familiar with the neighborhood churches and have worked alongside their pastors. This allows them to connect with all types of families, putting them at
ease at a most difficult and overwhelming time. Furthermore, their compassion isn’t strictly confined to business hours. Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is one of the few funeral homes in the area where there is someone present 24/7. According to Astorino, “We have never taken a day off since opening our original location in Detroit back in 1913. Christmas, holidays, brownouts, the worst snow storms – there has always been someone here to pick up the phone. We treat our families the way we would like to be treated. They never have to talk to an answering machine, and they know their loved one is never left unattended.” In addition to the 15 funeral directors, there is a support staff of 35 capable and compassionate individuals to complete the team at Wujek-Cacaterra & Sons. “We can serve all of our families, giving them everything they need – much like a personalized concierge.” From preplanning to aftercare services, Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons is available seven days a week, 365 days a year. They offer two welcoming locations: 36900 Schoenherr Road in Sterling Heights, phone (586) 588-9117; and 54880 Van Dyke Avenue in Shelby Township, phone (586) 217-3316. For more information, visit wujekcalcaterra.com or follow Wujek-Calcaterra & Sons on Facebook.
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Scott Marcus owns two locations of a franchise called Restore Hyper Wellness, one of which is located in a strip area at 643 S. Adams Road in Birmingham. The other is located in Northville. The business offers wellness services like intravenous fluids, cryotherapy, compression therapy, red light therapy and a hyperbaric chamber. Marcus has had the locations for about four years. He says the Birmingham location is the busiest but that both spots are fairly busy. “For us it feels like the parking is excellent, so that’s definitely great for us because people come in and out and want ease of access,” Marcus said. “So for us it’s a great spot.” Because the business offers health services, there is not a huge concern about online business affecting them. The products have to be delivered in person. “Because most of what we do is therapy-type services, so not something you can do online,” Marcus said. “You know, if someone wants to do cryotherapy for instance, that’s a cold chamber for three minutes. They’re not going to be able to buy something on Amazon to do that.” The Golden Fig Gallery of Fine Arts and Antiques is located in the Adams Square Shopping Plaza in Birmingham, at 725 S Adams Road, No. 170. It is an art gallery that offers a wide variety of artworks and antiquities that has been in business for over 30 years. “I did shows for contemporary artists, but I didn’t find that was working as a business model for me, so I moved into just vintage art and pretty much everything in the gallery is old and most of the artists have passed away,” owner Ron Povlich said. Povlich works with a wide variety of older and younger customers. He previously did online sales before but, due to the cost of shipping and other sales factors, he found that it was not profitable. “This is a very funny market,” Povlich said. “You can’t tell online if something is real. I mean, it can look like a painting but in fact when you get it, it’s either a print, a very good lithograph print laid onto a canvas, embellished with clear paint strokes to make it look like a real painting, whereas people who come in here, they really want to put their hands on it and see it and know what they’re getting.” Call Staff Writer Sarah Wright at (586) 498-1068.
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“I think it’s very healthy to have some new faces on council,” Higgins said. Fletcher said she’s excited and this is her first run in politics. “I’m just excited to help the city hopefully and just be a part of, a part of something bigger,” Fletcher said. Michael said this is her first time running for council and said the process of applying was easy. She’s not sure what to expect.
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The Prince Drewry Park Committee terms are for two years and expire on June 30, 2027.
Alden comes to the board as a resident since the 1960s with experience in the Clinton Township Police Department and the township’s Planning Department. “I find myself with a lot of time on my hands now and I would like to join the Planning Commission,” Alden said. “I think I have a well-rounded understanding of things and would like to keep this community — which is one of the best in the state — moving forward.” LaVette York, Melissa Rintz and Cye Bittner were approved unanimously to fill three of the eight vacant spots on the Prince Drewry Park Advisory Committee. Bittner was the only applicant who chose to speak at the meeting. “I’ve lived in the community for 20 years, right pretty much behind Prince Drewry Park, and I thought it would be something I could do to help maintain or improve the neighborhood and the community,” Bittner said. “The park itself, my kids play there all the time. I just thought it would be something I could offer to do.” The Planning Commission terms are for three years and expire on Nov. 30, 2027.
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Trustees also voted on two ordinances, the first of which was the approval of an ordinance to waive fees when the township is its own contractor on township projects. It was previously brought before the board with support from the Building Department. The second vote was for the annual codification of ordinances and resolutions. Given unanimous support on its first vote and set for second vote at the board’s next meeting, the ordinance codifies two resolutions and nine ordinances passed between July 8, 2024, and May 5, 2025.
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Trustees voted 4-3 along party lines to move the Budget Ways and Means Committee’s meetings to the board chambers, located in the Robert J. Cannon Civic Center, in order to make the meetings easier to broadcast. Meetings for the advisory committee are held at 9:30 a.m. on the first (and third, as needed) Tuesday of a given month. Members include Township Supervisor Paul Gieleghem, Clerk Kim Meltzer, Treasurer Mike Aiello and Trustee Julie Matuzak.
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SCAMS presentation: Stopping Crimes Against Macomb Seniors, led by Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, 1 p.m., Hampton Manor, 18401 15 Mile Road in Clinton Township, (586) 469-5642, heather. esposito@macombgov.org Macomb Ballet Company audition: Expand training through rehearsals and perform in classical productions while continuing at primary studio, 4:30-6:15 p.m. (ages 13-19 as of Jan. 1, 2026), 6:30-7:45 p.m. (12 and older) and 6:30-7:30 p.m. (7-11), 51504 Danview Technology Court in Shelby Township, macombballet.org/auditions
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Fraser Lions Club Carnival: Rides and games, beer and food, vendor show, and live music all four days, also petting zoo and pony rides Aug. 23-24, and foam party and fireworks Aug. 24, Steffens Park, 33000 Garfield Road, see times at band lineup at www. fraserlionscarnival.com
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Metropolitan Detroit Chorale open auditions: 7 p.m., rehearsals continue on Tuesdays, choir room at Fraser High School, 34270 Garfield Road, performances scheduled for December, March and May, (586) 792-7464, metropolitandetroitchorale.org
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Inside|Out discussion: Learn about artwork on display in Clinton Township as part of Detroit Institute of Art’s program, 10 a.m., Clinton-Macomb Public Library - South Branch, 35679 S. Gratiot Ave. in Clinton Township, registration required, (586) 226-5073, cmpl.libnet.info/events
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Macomb County Quilt Guild meeting: 7 p.m. (fellowship at 6 p.m.), Trinity Lutheran Church, 38900 Harper Ave. in Clinton Township, continues every first Monday of month through June (second Monday if holiday), macombcountyquiltguild.org
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Wine tasting fundraiser: Includes 15 wine samples, cheese, cracker and sausage pairings, chocolate demonstration, and more, for ages 21 and older, 6:30 p.m. (arrive by 6:15 p.m.), Filipo Marc Winery, 39085 Garfield Road in Clinton Township, benefits Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (provides assistance to neighbors who are elderly or disabled), (586) 757-5551, events@ivcinfo.org, ivcinfo.org/events/ wine-tasting-fundraiser
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Fall Art & Craft Show: Shop dozens of local vendors from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sept. 13 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 14, held outside on north end of Macomb Place between Pine Street and southbound Gratiot Avenue in Mount Clemens, free admission and parking, downtownmountclemens.org/events
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Medicare 101 educational seminar: Presented by Medicare Learning Services, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Macomb
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B&M Exclusive Fashions celebrated the grand opening and ribbon-cutting of its new Clinton Township boutique on Aug. 1. Co-founders and CEOs Brenda and Mamie welcomed guests to their store, describing it as a place “where your impressive style journey begins.” The boutique offers a curated selection of head-to-toe fashion, including designer apparel, footwear, and accessories — each item handpicked to ensure customers make a statement with clothing that fits as well as it flatters. “Our motto is, ‘We Dress to Impress,’” the founders said. “We’re here to help you craft the perfect, unforgettable look.” For more information, go to bmexclusivefashions.com, follow them on social media @bmexclusivefashions, email brendamayes012@comcast.net, call (313) 580-6528, or stop by the boutique at 39755 Garfield Road, in Clinton Township.
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K E E W E H T F O RIME C • K E E W E F TH O E M I R C • NEWSWORTHY K OF THE WEE INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS
Returning to the scene of the crime
GROSSE POINTE CITY — Police said they arrested a 22-year-old Grosse Pointe Park man July 24 at The Village Kroger store after the suspect had reportedly stolen an unlocked light blue Giant ATX mountain bike from that location July 18. The victim contacted police after seeing his missing bike outside of Kroger July 24, only now, it was painted black. Police said the suspect was a person who worked in The Village. He was expected to face larceny charges.
Thousands in merchandise stolen
GROSSE POINTE CITY — Three unknown female suspects are said to have picked up a total of $3,582 worth of clothing from The Village Lululemon store at around 2:30 p.m. July 26 and exited without paying. The suspects — who could be facing retail fraud charges — are said to have fled the scene in a light blue Chevy Blazer.
Woman found with drug paraphernalia
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Police were called to a gas station in the 19000 block of Mack Avenue at around 10:57 a.m. Aug. 1 about a woman who was asking customers for money. The suspect — a 31-yearold Detroit woman — reportedly told police that even though the gas station clerk had asked her to leave, she remained at the business because she needed help. A check of the woman’s identification found that she was wanted on a misdemeanor warrant out of Ferndale for possession of narcotic paraphernalia, for which she was arrested. While police were searching her, they said they found traces of copper-colored scouring material commonly used as a filter for smoking crack cocaine. Police asked the woman if she had any crack cocaine on her. According to a police report, she said she didn’t, stating, “If I did, I would have smoked it already.” Police also found a portion of a glass pipe that contained suspected crack residue. The woman was cited for possession of narcotic paraphernalia.
Stolen liquor recovered
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — A 26-year-old Detroit man is facing possible third-degree retail fraud charges after he allegedly stole a bottle of Lunazul tequila worth $23.99 and a bottle of Mezza Corona Pinot Grigio worth $15.99 from a store in the 18000 block of Mack Avenue at around 1:55 p.m. July 24. A store employee told police she saw the suspect take the bottles off a shelf and put them in his backpack and leave the store. Police canvassing the area found and arrested the suspect, who was said to have had the stolen bottles in his possession. The alcohol was returned to the store.
Suspect arrested, found with stolen property
GROSSE POINTE WOODS — A resident in the 21000 block of River Road called police at around 5 p.m. July 25 after discovering that cash and baseball equipment had been removed from his vehicle while it was parked in the driveway. The Grosse Pointe Woods Public Safety Department stated in a report that St. Clair Shores police arrested someone for fleeing and eluding in a stolen vehicle, and the missing baseball gear was found in the suspect’s vehicle. The suspect was expected to face larceny from auto charges in conjunction with the Woods incident.
Generator grabbed
GROSSE POINTE PARK — A resident in the area of Devonshire Road and Mack Avenue called police at 12:14 p.m. July 23 after seeing unknown male suspects take his orange generator out of the bed of his pickup truck and put it inside their small white SUV. The generator is valued at $300, the resident told police.
Parole absconder arrested
GROSSE POINTE PARK — Police were called to the 1400 block of Berkshire Road at around 8:30 a.m. July 23 about an unknown man who was walking up to homes in the area and claiming to be lost. Police investigated and discovered that the man was a 38-year-old from Detroit who had a warrant against him for being a parole absconder. He was arrested on the warrant.
Boat threats
HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On July 21 at around 4:20 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the 37000 block of Winkler Street to speak with a 36-year-old Harrison Township man about threats he was receiving. Earlier in July, the man sold a boat to a 37-yearold Warren man. The Warren man contacted the Harrison Township man alleging he had been sold a broken boat and that he should keep an eye on his car’s wheels. Deputies contacted the Warren man, who claimed he never threatened the Harrison Township man and that he was just “making him aware” of possible problems with his car. The Warren man maintained his belief he was sold a broken boat.
Mismatched license plate
MOUNT CLEMENS — While on patrol at around 1:30 a.m. on July 22, Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies pulled over a truck near the corner of Crocker Boulevard and First Street. Deputies stopped a Ram truck after a database
check on its license plate revealed it was registered to a different vehicle. The driver, a 40-year-old Detroit man, was arrested after not being able to present a driver’s license. Deputies noticed the smell of intoxicants while arresting him and later asked him to perform field sobriety tests. After agreeing to the tests, he took a breath test that reportedly registered a blood alcohol content level of 0.208. The man was taken to the Macomb County Jail.
Two vehicle break-ins
MOUNT CLEMENS — On July 21 at around 9:16 a.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to the 170 block of Court Street for a larceny report. Deputies spoke with a 42-year-old Mount Clemens man who said he and his daughter’s vehicles were broken into overnight. The daughter reported nothing was stolen from her vehicle, while the father had $800, a checkbook and a credit card stolen. The vehicles were locked. Security camera footage showed a man approach the cars at around 11:45 p.m. the prior night, covering his face before breaking into a truck and taking items from the center console. The man returned at around 1:40 a.m. with a bag, breaking into an SUV before breaking into the truck a second time.
Burgled basses
MOUNT CLEMENS — On June 19 at around 6:50 p.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to a residence in the 200 block of Hubbard Avenue for a larceny report. Deputies spoke with a 67-year-old Mount Clemens man who said his two bass guitars and a laptop computer were missing. He recently returned from a multiweek hospital stay and said nobody had access to the apartment while he was away. The bass guitars were not found in their holders, while the man took the laptop to the hospital but was unable to locate it. The man was unsure about who could have stolen the bass guitars.
Assault reported
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 3:04 a.m. on July 29, an assault was reported in the area of Harper Avenue and Masonic Boulevard. Officers checked the area for the suspect before meeting with the victim, a 20-year-old man. He stated he was driving a friend home when he became involved in a road rage incident. The other vehicle, which he thought held around four people, “brake checked” him and the occupants reportedly yelled slurs and profanities at him. The victim attempted to
disengage, but the vehicle continued to follow him. When they reached Harper, the vehicle pulled into a parking lot and the victim proceeded to drop off his friend. He came back down Harper, noticed the suspect vehicle parked in a business parking lot and he decided to confront the suspects. One suspect got out of the vehicle and kicked the victim’s passenger door while another got out and pointed an AR style rifle at the victim with a laser pointer on it. The victim then called 911 and drove to another business parking lot where the clerk observed the whole altercation.
Items stolen
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 10:22 a.m. on July 27, a case of retail fraud was reported in the 22000 block of Harper Avenue. Dispatch said a man concealed liquor in his backpack and indicated that he was reportedly still in the store by the frozen foods section. He also allegedly took a blue T-shirt off the rack and put it in his backpack. Officers confronted the man at an entrance to the store and he tried to re-enter the business. The man was placed under arrest and handcuffed. A total of $296.70 was in his backpack.
Retail fraud reported
ST. CLAIR SHORES — At 11:25 a.m. on July 26, a case of retail fraud was reported in the 31000 block of Harper Avenue. The manager, a 38-year-old woman, stated an unknown man walked out with a shopping cart full of items without paying. He proceeded to get into a vehicle driven by a woman in her 60s. The manager didn’t see it but a witness obtained a license plate number of the vehicle. It was unknown how many items were taken at the time of the report.
Burgled car
MACOMB TOWNSHIP — On July 16 at around 11:30 a.m., Macomb County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to the 48000 block of Manhattan Drive for a larceny from auto report. Deputies spoke with a 49-year-old Macomb Township woman who said her neighbors told her their doorbell security camera caught someone trying to break into her car. The footage captured around 4 a.m. shows two sedans stopping outside of the home. One person approaches the home while another approaches the car. The woman said her car doors were left unlocked. About $10 in change was stolen.