WASHTENAW COUNTY, Mich. – Police have arrested two people they believe to be connected to nine drive-by shootings in Washtenaw County.
Background: Homes struck by gunfire in Washtenaw County, police say
Police said there were nine random shootings south of Ypsilanti between June 17 and June 29. Four took place on Tuttle Hill Road, between Bemis and Willow roads. The most recent shooting was just after midnight, Sunday, June 29, near the intersection of Talladay and Whitaker roads.
No injuries were reported, but multiple homes were struck by gunfire.
According to authorities, a 22-year-old man from Belleville and a 21-year-old man from Ypsilanti were taken into custody on Sunday. Police said they found a rifle during the arrests that was consistent with the shootings.
Both men reportedly admitted to the random shootings and remain in custody at the Washtenaw County Jail.