Allen Park, Michigan, January 6, 2026
A 36-year-old man was shot in the arm by police after walking into traffic while armed with a knife. The incident occurred in Allen Park, Michigan, prompting a response from local law enforcement. Despite attempts to de-escalate the situation, the man threatened officers and was ultimately shot, leaving him in critical condition at a local hospital. The Michigan State Police are currently investigating the officer-involved shooting.
Police Shoot Suicidal Man in Arm After He Walked into Traffic Near Detroit
Allen Park, Michigan – On Sunday, January 4, 2026, a 36-year-old Lincoln Park man was shot in the arm by police after he threatened officers while armed with a box-cutter-style knife. The incident occurred around 4:15 p.m. on Southfield Road near Allen Road in Allen Park, Michigan. The man was transported to a local hospital and is currently in critical condition. The Michigan State Police are leading the investigation into the officer-involved shooting.
Details of the Incident
Officers from both Allen Park and Lincoln Park responded to a report of a suicidal subject near the 7 Brew Coffee drive-thru exit on Southfield Road. Upon arrival, they encountered the man holding a box-cutter-style knife to his throat, posing a threat to himself and others. Initial attempts to de-escalate the situation using a Taser were unsuccessful. The man then began walking toward the entrance of a nearby Arby’s restaurant, still armed with the knife. Officers fired a less-lethal shotgun round at him, but it had no effect. The man continued to approach the officers in an aggressive manner, prompting one officer to discharge their duty weapon, striking the man in the arm.
Background Information
The incident took place in the 14800 block of Southfield Road in Allen Park, a suburb of Detroit. The area is known for its residential neighborhoods and local businesses. The Michigan State Police have taken over the investigation, as is standard procedure for officer-involved shootings in the state. The names of the officers involved have not been released, and no further details about the man’s identity have been disclosed at this time.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Southfield Road near Allen Road, Allen Park, Michigan |
| Date and Time | January 4, 2026, around 4:15 p.m. |
| Subject’s Age | 36 years old |
| Weapon Involved | Box-cutter-style knife |
| Police Response | Taser deployment, less-lethal shotgun round, use of duty weapon |
| Subject’s Condition | Critical condition, transported to local hospital |
| Investigation | Michigan State Police leading the investigation |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened during the incident in Allen Park, Michigan?
On January 4, 2026, a 36-year-old Lincoln Park man was shot in the arm by police after he threatened officers while armed with a box-cutter-style knife. The incident occurred around 4:15 p.m. on Southfield Road near Allen Road in Allen Park, Michigan. The man was transported to a local hospital and is currently in critical condition. The Michigan State Police are leading the investigation into the officer-involved shooting.
What led to the police shooting?
Officers from both Allen Park and Lincoln Park responded to a report of a suicidal subject near the 7 Brew Coffee drive-thru exit on Southfield Road. Upon arrival, they encountered the man holding a box-cutter-style knife to his throat, posing a threat to himself and others. Initial attempts to de-escalate the situation using a Taser were unsuccessful. The man then began walking toward the entrance of a nearby Arby’s restaurant, still armed with the knife. Officers fired a less-lethal shotgun round at him, but it had no effect. The man continued to approach the officers in an aggressive manner, prompting one officer to discharge their duty weapon, striking the man in the arm.
Who is investigating the officer-involved shooting?
The Michigan State Police are leading the investigation into the officer-involved shooting, as is standard procedure for such incidents in the state. The names of the officers involved have not been released, and no further details about the man’s identity have been disclosed at this time.
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