WATCH:

WATCH:
2009 Thanksgiving Parade

°

Homepage / Detroit Local News
Text Size

Police: Group Attacks UM Student

Police Say They Lost Recording Of Beating

POSTED: Monday, November 9, 2009
UPDATED: 10:47 am EST November 10, 2009

Police in Ann Arbor said they are looking for a group of four to 10 people who are responsible for the beating a 19-year-old University of Michigan student.

UM seniors Zachary Ward and Brian Barton said they saw the beating.

“He was getting kicked in the face, stomped in the ribs and legs and all over the gut,” Ward said. “A couple of guys around were just repeatedly punching him.”

Barton said the group started jumping on the victim’s car as he was driving down Elm Street on Halloween night at about 11 p.m.

The student was attempting to drive down the crowded street that was full of partygoers for the annual “Nightmare on Elm Street” block party.

Barton said he had his camera out and was snapping pictures for fun when he saw the beating and began recording it.

Barton said the victim accelerated, knocking the group from the car before getting out to confront them.

“Within seconds they were just on him,” he said.

Barton said he gave the memory card from his camera to police.

But a police representative said the card was lost when the officer who took the evidence put it in the same pocket as his notebook. The representative said the officer believes it fell out while he was interviewing other witnesses.

“I’d like to see some justice for this kid. People should not get away with what these kids did,” Ward said.

Police said they are still actively investigating the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ann Arbor Police Department's tip line at 734-794-6939.
Text Size
The views expressed are not those of ClickOnDetroit.com, WDIV or its affiliated companies. This is a community moderated forum. (Please note the 'Like' and 'Report' tabs.) By posting your comments you agree to accept our Terms of Use.

Comments

blog comments powered by Disqus

Hot Topics

America's Thanksgiving Parade
Watch Big Ten Football
Links We Like
Sponsored Content
Don’t ruin your chances of landing that new job by making easy to correct mistakes on your cover letter. More

Don’t believe everything people tell you about home improvement. Check out the top 4 myths and stop throwing away your money. More

The signs of Cancer can sometimes be very subtle. Here's a guide to help you recognize them early. More

People with type 2 diabetes can still enjoy restaurant meals with some planning and ahead-of-time menu sleuthing. More

Hot Shots!

Share photos with Local 4 of the people or things in your life you are thankful of this holiday season. More


Fantastics Fall Colors
Share your Hot Shots of fantastic fall colors from Michigan's one of a kind tree lines to pumpkin patches!
More
Slideshow: Fall Colors

High School Football Highlights
Send us your Hot Shot photos of football action. Once your Hot Shot gets posted, show it off to all of your friends!
More

Slideshow: Football Frenzy Hot Shots

Sponsored Links

On Local 4

A young father kissed his wife goodbye, went to work, and never returned. Watch the clues, then see if you can help The Defenders fill in the hidden pieces of this cold case.

America's Thanksgiving Parade
Share your great photos of America's Thanksgiving Parade and even your favorite holiday recipes! More


Morning Home Delivery From Click On Detroit and Local 4 News

Most Popular

Question Of The Day

What is your biggest shopping complaint?