(WXYZ) — Michigan State Police say they are investigating a reported freeway shooting on westbound I-696 near Farmington Road that occurred Tuesday evening around 8 p.m.
Police say a driver called 911 to report that the driver of a Dodge Ram 2500 pickup abruptly changed lanes in front of a Equinox as they were approaching the Farmington Road overpass on westbound I-696 before the driver reportedly heard popping sounds and “metal striking metal.”
According to MSP, the driver of the white Ram then called police saying he was shot from behind and then merged over to get the license plate of the vehicle.
12/13/22 at 8:00 PM
— MSP Second District (@mspmetrodet) December 14, 2022
Location:
WB I-696 and Farmington Rd
Synopsis:
The Detroit Regional Communication Center was contacted by a person who witnessed a felonious assault. 1/ pic.twitter.com/hlQAV3e6LJ
The Ram did sustain damage, police say, and a shell casing was located.
Police say they have located the red Equinox and interviewed the driver.
The investigation is ongoing.
