Livonia, Michigan, December 3, 2025
Two suspects used a stolen red Dodge Ram truck to break into the Mirage Market in Livonia, Michigan, stealing liquor, lottery tickets, and cash. One suspect was arrested in a police pursuit, while the second remains at large. The stolen items were recovered, and an investigation is ongoing with video footage released to identify the fugitive.
LIVONIA, MI – Stolen Pickup Used in Party Store Burglary; Liquor and Lottery Tickets Stolen
In the early hours of Thursday, November 27, 2025, a burglary occurred at the Mirage Market, a party store located at 28292 Joy Road in Livonia, Michigan. Two individuals used a stolen red Dodge Ram pickup truck to forcibly enter the store by smashing the front doors with sledgehammers and pulling them open with the vehicle. Once inside, they stole liquor, lottery tickets, and cash before fleeing the scene.
Livonia police responded promptly to the scene after a 911 call reported the break-in. Officers spotted the stolen pickup truck moving east on Joy Road with its headlights off. When authorities attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver sped away, leading officers through Livonia and Redford. During the pursuit, the passenger exited the vehicle and fled on foot. Shortly thereafter, the driver abandoned the truck and also fled on foot but was quickly apprehended. He was identified as Marcus Martez Purnell, 32, of Detroit. Purnell was charged with four felony counts, including breaking and entering, possession of burglar’s tools, and fleeing and eluding. He was placed in jail with a $10,000 bond.
A search of the stolen pickup truck revealed a large quantity of high-end liquor, seven display boxes of unscratched lottery tickets valued at approximately $7,500, and various tools such as sledgehammers and a chain. These tools were believed to have been used to break into the party store. The stolen alcohol and lottery tickets were returned to the business.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are actively searching for the second suspect involved in the burglary. No description has been provided at this time. Authorities have released video footage of the incident to aid in identifying the remaining suspect.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Mirage Market, 28292 Joy Road, Livonia, Michigan |
| Date and Time | Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 5:46 a.m. |
| Method of Entry | Stolen red Dodge Ram pickup truck used to smash and pull open front doors |
| Items Stolen | Liquor, lottery tickets, and cash |
| Suspects | Two individuals; one arrested, one at large |
| Charges Against Arrested Suspect | Four felony counts, including breaking and entering, possession of burglar’s tools, and fleeing and eluding |
| Recovered Items | High-end liquor, seven display boxes of unscratched lottery tickets valued at approximately $7,500, and various tools |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing; video footage released to identify second suspect |
FAQ
What happened during the burglary at Mirage Market in Livonia?
Two individuals used a stolen red Dodge Ram pickup truck to forcibly enter the Mirage Market by smashing the front doors with sledgehammers and pulling them open with the vehicle. They stole liquor, lottery tickets, and cash before fleeing the scene.
What charges were filed against Marcus Martez Purnell?
Marcus Martez Purnell, 32, of Detroit, was charged with four felony counts, including breaking and entering, possession of burglar’s tools, and fleeing and eluding. He was placed in jail with a $10,000 bond.
What was found in the stolen pickup truck?
A search of the stolen pickup truck revealed a large quantity of high-end liquor, seven display boxes of unscratched lottery tickets valued at approximately $7,500, and various tools such as sledgehammers and a chain. These tools were believed to have been used to break into the party store. The stolen alcohol and lottery tickets were returned to the business.
Is the second suspect in the burglary identified?
The investigation is ongoing, and police are actively searching for the second suspect involved in the burglary. No description has been provided at this time. Authorities have released video footage of the incident to aid in identifying the remaining suspect.
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