Police investigating after vehicle riddled with bullets crashes into Warren motel on 8 Mile

Driver shot in head, police say

WARREN, Mich. – An investigation is ongoing after a vehicle riddled with bullets crashed into a Warren motel Wednesday.

Police said the driver of a Jeep Patriot was shot in the head. The driver lost control of the vehicle, hit a power pole then ran into a motel on 8 Mile Road, between Ryan Road and Dequindre Street.

According to police, shots were fired from a maroon sedan that was driving next to the Jeep. Investigators are checking area businesses for security footage that will provide a better look at the car.

The driver of the Jeep was rushed to a hospital. The driver is stable.


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