Red flags to look for amid tax scam season
According to the Better Business Bureau, tax scams are still a problem this year. If you havenโt filed your taxes yet this season, donโt put it off any longer! The IRS discovers cases of identity theft because personal information is stolen and a fake claim for a refund is filed. โThe IRS is not going to contact you and give you those high pressure tactics,โ Blankenship said. โThere are unfortunately people out there that theyโre banking on the fact that youโre not going to look into them any further, especially if they look professional,โ Blankenship said.
Driver charged in death of 9-year-old boy who was riding ATV
DETROIT โ A 20-year-old man accused of reckless driving was charged Monday in the death of a 9-year-old Detroit boy who was struck while riding an all-terrain vehicle. Daveon Hardiman of Roseville was driving in the wrong direction and over the speed limit Saturday when he struck the ATV, authorities said. Hardiman was charged with reckless driving causing death, the Wayne County prosecutor's office said. The boy was identified as MaiโJuan Calderin. Read more: 9-year-old boy killed in Detroit by car driving wrong direction on one-way streetOriginal Story: Young child riding a 4-wheeler hit by a car and killed on Detroitโs east side
Detroit hotel worker shot after intervening in fight between man and woman
The gunman left the location after the hotel worker intervened then came back and started shooting the 61-year-old victim. DETROIT โ On Saturday, a worker at the Downtown Detroit Baymont Inn and Suites was shot and injured after trying to break up a fight between a man and woman. Police added that the gunman was having a verbal altercation with the woman when the hotel worker got involved. The gunman left the location after the hotel worker intervened then came back and started shooting the 61-year-old victim. Police describe the gunman as a 140 pound Black man who is 5 feet, 2 inches tall.
What to do if you are a victim of unemployment fraud
Unemployment fraud in the U.S. has reached dramatic levels during the pandemic: more than $63 billion has been paid out improperly through fraud or errors since March 2020. Here's what you should know about how to spot unemployment fraud, protect yourself and what to do if you are a victim. TAKE ACTIONIf you are a victim, reach out to your state unemployment office to report the fraud. Those steps will not prevent unemployment fraud from being committed, but could deter further crime. The IRS has tips for victims of unemployment fraud and filing taxes online.
Detroit police investigate possible connection between barricaded situation, injured man dropped off at hospital
DETROIT โ Police are investigating whether a man who died after being dropped off at a hospital is connected to a barricaded gunman situation that occurred early Friday morning. Detroit police say at about 12:40 a.m. officers responded to a report of multiple shots fired in the area of Schoenherr and Pfent streets. Upon arriving, officers discovered several shell casings in front of the home and on the front porch of the home in question. Officials say that during their investigation, police received another call about a 22-year-old man who was dropped off at a hospital and died soon after. Police are investigating whether or not the barricaded situation is connected to the 22-year-old man who was dropped off at the hospital around the same time.
26-year-old Michigan man killed in single vehicle rollover crash
MELVIN, Mich. โ A 26-year-old Melvin man was killed in a crash that happened before 5:30 a.m. today. Police say the crash took place near Lapeer and Wales Center roads in Wales Township. The victimโs 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche was traveling eastbound on Lapeer when it went off the road into a ditch and rolled several times ending up on its wheels, police say. As a result the victim was ejected from the vehicle. The crash is still under investigation.
Detroit police investigate after 25-year-old shot, injured while putting cash into ATM
DETROIT โ A 25-year-old man was shot by an unknown person on Tuesday in Detroit, police said. The shooting happened at 1:25 a.m. in the 17700 block of West Warren Avenue. The victim told police that he got out of his armored vehicle to put cash into an ATM when an older-model red Chevrolet Impala pulled behind the armored vehicle and someone from inside the Impala shot him. The victim said he jumped back in the armored vehicle, secured the door behind him and the suspect fled the scene. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detroit Police Departmentโs 6th Precinct Investigative Unit at 313-596-5640 or Crimes Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up.
How to report, stop political robocalls, texts
Political robocalls and texts are getting out of control, but there is a way to get them to stop -- for now. If you feel like youโve received a political scam call, itโs important you report it to local police and the Better Business Bureau who will track the areas being targeted. Weโre also seeing robocall scam calls. If you feel like youโve received a political scam call itโs important you report it to local police and the Better Business Bureau who will track the areas being targeted. If youโve been the victim of a robocall scam, report it on the BBB.org/ScamTracker.
Westland man says he was charged for an armed robbery he didnโt commit
WESTLAND, Mich. โ James Herrara said he was facing life in prison for a crime he did not commit. Victim stated this subject produced a small black handgun and stated โgive me the moneyโ. Based on the name and physical description given by the Victim, Sgt. Victim stated yes. The Victim stated that because he received his money back he no longer wished to prosecute.
3 wanted for Pontiac stabbing at 7-Eleven store
PONTIAC, Mich. โ Police are investigating a stabbing that took place at 7-Eleven on Baldwin Avenue in Pontiac at around 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19. One of the three has been described as a possible hispanic woman. Detectives received the phone from officers and located photos in the cover of a possible Hispanic woman with an unknown male. The two wanted men were seen inside of the 7-Eleven using the store security footage by officers on scene. Crime HeadlinesSecond man wanted for the Pontiac stabbing.
Man injured in shooting near McNichols, Greenfield in Detroit
DETROIT โ One man, listed in stable condition, was injured in a shooting Saturday night in the area of West McNichols and Greenfield roads, according to Detroit police. Police said the 39-year-old man was driving a gray Dodge Ram when someone inside a white truck fired shots. The victim drove himself to the hospital. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call Detroit Police Departmentโs 12th Precinct at 313-596-1240 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-Up.
Man killed in shooting outside Clora Funeral Home on East Seven Mile Road
DETROIT โ 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. Editorโs 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.
Man shot at Burger King in Ypsilanti Township critically injured
YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, Mich. A young man was shot and critically injured at a Burger King in Ypsilanti Township on Friday afternoon, police say. The victim is hospitalized. According to police, the shooting did not involve Burger King or anyone working there. As of now this is the only victim known to be involved in the shooting. Stay with Local 4 News and ClickOnDetroit as this story continues to develop.
UIA provides resources, adds staff to protect Michiganders against unemployment identity theft
LANSING, Mich. โ The Unemployment Insurance Agency today provided Michigan consumers with resources to help protect against unemployment identity theft and steps to take if they are victim. โAnyone can be a victim of unemployment identity theft and we urge workers to take measures to safeguard their personal information. If this happens, contact the UIA immediately online at Michigan.gov/UIA through the Report Identity Theft link. Report fraud online at Michigan.gov/UIA through the Report Fraud or Report Identity Theft link. ยท Obtain the form online at gov Click on โForms and instructions.โยท For more resources for victims of identity theft, visit the Federal Trade Commissionโs web site at gov for the most up-to-date information on combatting identity theft.
18-year-old shot outside liquor store at Trinity, 7 Mile on Detroit's west side
DETROIT โ An 18-year-old man was shot Tuesday night outside a liquor store at Trinity Street and 7 Mile Road in Detroit. The victim suffered a gunshot wound to his shoulder and another to his left hand. He told officers he was at the liquor store and heard gunshots when he was about to get into his vehicle. He said he called his cousin to come get him a few blocks away at Lahser and 7 Mile roads. His cousin took him to the hospital.