GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Grand Rapids community is mourning the tragic death of Detroit Jones, 38, who was fatally shot early Sunday morning on the Southeast side of the city.
According to the Grand Rapids Police Department, officers responded to reports of a shooting around 1:30 a.m. in the area of Lafayette Avenue SE, between MLK Jr. Street and Pleasant Street. Upon arrival, officers found Mr. Jones suffering from gunshot wounds. He was immediately transported to a local hospital, where, despite the efforts of medical personnel, he succumbed to his injuries. His death has been officially ruled a homicide.
Police reported that a person of interest was taken into custody around 3:30 a.m. as part of the ongoing investigation. Authorities are asking anyone with information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting to contact the Grand Rapids Police Department at 616-456-3400 or the Silent Observer tip line at 616-774-2345.
Detroit Jones, 38, leaves behind a community grieving the sudden and violent loss of a life cut tragically short. Police and loved ones urge anyone with information to come forward to help bring justice in this heartbreaking case.