Man killed in shooting outside Clora Funeral Home on East Seven Mile Road

Shooting happened after argument between family member, employee, police say

DETROIT – A 53-year-old man was killed in a shooting Monday outside of Clora Funeral Home.

The shooting took place at about 10:35 a.m. Monday in the 5800 block of East Seven Mile Road in Detroit.

Detroit police said the shooting occurred after an argument between a family member and someone working at the funeral home.

A 37-year-old man was arrested at the scene. Police say a weapon was recovered from the crime scene.

This is an ongoing investigation.

Editor’s note: The noon newscast incorrectly stated the location of the shooting. The incident occurred at the funeral home on East Seven Mile Road, not West Warren Avenue.


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