Multiple people shot on Detroit’s east side, 2 women dead

Shooting happened near border of Detroit, Hamtramck

DETROIT – Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday night in Detroit.

According to authorities, multiple people have been shot on Halleck Street, near the intersection of Joseph Campau and Carpenter avenues.

Authorities said the victims were taken to hospitals privately and it is unclear how many people were shot during the incident.

Police said it happened at a family gathering and at least five people were shot, potentially six.

UPDATE: 2 women killed, 4 people injured in shooting on Detroit’s east side

Police initially confirmed Sunday that at least one person was killed, two people were in critical condition and three were in serious condition.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detroit Police Department at 313-596-1100 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up.

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