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Sheriff Says Mass Shooting at Grad Ceremony Thwarted; Second Suspect Arrested

International · Pontiac

Sheriff Says Mass Shooting at Grad Ceremony Thwarted; Second Suspect Arrested

72% Center coverage: 25 sources

By WXYZ Web Team, Darren Cunningham Click here for updates on this story PONTIAC, Michigan (WXYZ) — The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said two people have been arrested for allegedly planning a mass shooting at a high school graduation in Pontiac. Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said at a press conference on Friday that deputies were called out to a fight happening at the Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac graduation ceremony o…See the Story

Michigan Mom Accused of Leaving Children to Live Amongst Trash Freed on Bond

US Crime · Pontiac

Michigan Mom Accused of Leaving Children to Live Amongst Trash Freed on Bond

84% Center coverage: 13 sources

The woman accused of leaving her kids in a Pontiac home for years is finally a free woman after bonding out of jail with a few conditions.See the Story

Michigan Man Arrested for Fatal Drive-by Shooting in Oakland County

Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac

Michigan Man Arrested for Fatal Drive-by Shooting in Oakland County

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

The suspect was arrested within hours of the shooting and is being held in the Oakland County Jail.See the Story

Possible Mass Shooting at Michigan School Graduation Thwarted

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A potential mass shooting at the Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac (Mich.) graduation ceremony was thwarted after deputies responded to a fight at the United Wholesale Mortgage Sports Complex, where a tip about a Snapchat threat to “shoot up” the ceremony led to the discovery of two loaded guns with 40-round magazines hidden under cars in the parking lot. Suspects Deahveon Shamar-James Whaley, 19, and Jamarion Jaryante Hardiman, 20, are not…Snapchat · Pontiac Read Article

More Details Released About Double Shooting in Pontiac

The Livingston County Coroner’s Office has released more details about a double shooting that occurred inside a residence in the 600 block of South Oak Street in Pontiac around 3:20 p.m. on June 5th. The Pontiac Police Department said they…Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac Read Article

Vigil planned for Erebus founder Ed Terebus outside Pontiac haunted house

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Those mourning the death of Erebus Haunted Attraction founder Ed Terebus can pay their respects to the late horror great this weekend.Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac Read Article

Pontiac man convicted of sexually abusing teen girl with autism

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A Pontiac man was found guilty by a jury of raping a teen girl.Autism · Pontiac Read Article

DDG Siblings: Meet the Siblings Squad Behind the American Rapper - Kahawatungu

Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr., known professionally as DDG, is an American rapper, YouTuber, and entrepreneur born on October 10, 1997, in Pontiac, Michigan. Rising to fame through his YouTube channel, where he initially posted vlogs, pranks, and comedy sketches, DDG transitioned into a successful music career, blending hip-hop with melodic elements. His charismatic personality and strategic use of social media have made him a prominent figure in …YouTube · Pontiac Read Article

Pedestrian traffic deaths raise concerns in Oakland County

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The traffic death of a man crossing Baldwin Avenue in Pontiac may lead to some traffic-safety changes, if two concerned women have their way. Charles Arnold O’Connor, 37, of Flint, died just before 9 p.m. Friday, March 7 near Virginia Avenue after being hit by a truck. He’d just left Hope Shelters with a supply of toilet paper, said Karen Plants, the shelter’s operations manager. Police did not cite the 16-year-old driver because O’Connor had no…Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac See the Story

White Lake Twp. man dies after minibike crash in Pontiac

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Crash investigators said the victim’s minibike was not registered with the Secretary of State or legal to be driven on the road.Secretary of State · Pontiac Read Article

Is Pontiac shedding its violent reputation? Sharp drop in crime tells a positive story

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Because violent crime spikes in the summer, the snapshot of Pontiac's current public safety is incomplete. But police, public officials, and the community all agree they see improvement.Pontiac, Michigan · Pontiac Read Article