CRIME ALERT CANCELED – April 4, 2024 – The suspect in the case has been taken into custody.
Alert ID: 2024-02
Alert Agency: AAPD 24-14274
Alert Issued: April 2, 2024
Date of Incident: April 1, 2024 and approximately 8:40 p.m.
Location: Target, 231 S. State Street, Ann Arbor
Offense: Felonious assault
Summary: The Ann Arbor Police Department is investigating a Felonious Assault that occurred at the Target store on 231 S. State Street, on April 1, 2024, at approximately 8:40 p.m. Two individuals were walking in the door when they bumped into each other. A verbal altercation occurred, and the suspect brandished a folded pocket knife and placed it against the victim’s throat. The victim pushed the suspect away, and the suspect exposed the blade. They separated, and both continued shopping before they left the store.
Suspect(s): Black male, 6’ tall, approximately 20 years of age, thin build, short curly hair. Wearing a dark navy or black jacket.
If you have any information, please contact the AAPD tip line at 734.794.6939 or email tips@a2gov.org. Contact the Division of Public Safety & Security at 734.763.1131.
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- Look assertive and be aware of your surroundings.
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