Farmington Hills police are investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday evening in a residential area that sent residents fleeing in panic and raised concerns about growing gun violence in the quiet suburban community.
According to officials, the incident happened in the area of 10 Mile Road, between Middlebelt and Inkster Roads, shortly after nightfall. Police were called to the scene after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots in the vicinity. Upon arrival, officers found evidence confirming a shooting had taken place, though details remain limited at this time.
Video circulating on social media shows a chaotic scene with people running from the area, some ducking behind parked vehicles and trees for cover. The footage, taken from a nearby home surveillance system, captured the frantic moments after shots were fired, with witnesses shouting and sprinting away from the scene. The incident took place near a busy intersection that is typically calm, especially during weekend evenings.
As of Sunday morning, it remains unclear whether anyone was injured in the shooting. Police have not confirmed any victims, though they have stated that hospitals in the surrounding area have been notified to report any gunshot wound patients matching the possible time and location of the incident.
Authorities have not yet released any information on possible suspects or a motive behind the shooting. Detectives canvassed the area overnight, speaking with residents and reviewing footage from home security cameras and nearby businesses in an attempt to piece together what led to the gunfire.
“We are actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred Saturday evening,” a spokesperson for the Farmington Hills Police Department said. “We urge anyone who may have seen or heard something, or who has video footage from the area, to come forward and assist with the investigation. Public cooperation is critical in these situations.”
Residents in the area have expressed concern over the incident, as the neighborhood is known for being peaceful and family-friendly. “I’ve lived here for over 15 years and never seen anything like this,” said one local resident. “To see people running down the street in fear — it’s terrifying.”
In response to growing community concerns, Farmington Hills police have promised an increased presence in the area over the coming days as the investigation continues. Patrol units have been assigned to monitor the vicinity of 10 Mile, particularly during evening hours, to reassure residents and deter any further violence.
The department is also working closely with neighboring jurisdictions to determine whether the shooting may be connected to any other recent criminal activity in the region.
No arrests have been made at this time. Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the Farmington Hills Police Department’s tip line.
As the investigation unfolds, many in the community are left anxious for answers and hopeful that those responsible will be brought to justice. Authorities are expected to release more information as it becomes available.
