it was undoubtedly a traumatic experience for all parties involved. 

Detroit Police Respond

What they're saying:

The Detroit police responded with a statement saying that Ely will not be allowed a firearm at work for the time being.

 The Detroit Police Department is aware of an incident that occurred in another jurisdiction involving one of our officers. The officer has been placed on administrative duty, no gun status while we actively review this matter. If it is determined that the officer violated department policy or the law, that individual will be held accountable.



 The Detroit Police Department remains committed to transparency, accountability and maintaining the public's trust. We hold our officers to the highest standards-both on and off-duty-and remain unwavering in our commitment to the principle that no one is above the law. 

What you can do:

Canton police urge gun owners to safely store firearms, offering free resources.

In addition to offering free gun safety locks, the Canton Police Department has additional firearm safety information available HERE including a link to various locations around that state that provide free gun safety locks.

 This incident serves as an important reminder of the serious consequences that can result from an unsecured firearm and underscores the critical importance of responsible firearm storage and safety,  said Joseph Bialy, director of police services.