Detroit – A tragic shooting erupted early Sunday morning on Prest Street between Chalfone and Eaton, claiming the lives of three adults and wounding four more. The victims, all over the age of 30, were struck when gunfire erupted from a residence that has hosted nightly dancing‑type activities for two decades.

Police response and investigation

Detroit Police Chief Todd Bettison confirmed that the address has been on the department’s radar for months, noting that officers responded to service calls at the home seven times since the start of the year. “We have an ongoing investigation into the property,” Bettison said, adding that ShotSpotter technology pinpointed the location of the gunfire at approximately 7:30 a.m.

Chief Bettison described the venue as resembling a strip club, with a history of “dancing‑type activities” that drew local residents for parties and social gatherings. The police are still searching for the suspect believed to have opened fire, and the investigation remains active.

Community reaction

Friends and neighbors expressed shock and grief over the loss. Mandy, a close friend of one of the victims, said, “Everyone that knows this house knows it was love here. It was love here, family, friends, and love.” Another resident, Karon, recalled the house as a place where “ladies would come with guys and would just party and dance and hang out.”

Teferi Brent, director of the mayor’s Office of Neighborhood and Community Safety, emphasized the broader concern, stating, “The greater issue is what’s happening in our community that two young ladies get into a fight over a cell phone that then compels them to possibly engage some male friends or whatever to come out and choose to resolve conflict via gun violence. The real issue is the root cause. What is happening in the hearts and minds of our citizens to address their tensions and disagreements in such a reckless way.”

Medical response

The four injured individuals received treatment at local hospitals and are expected to recover, according to police statements. Authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

Looking ahead

City officials and community leaders are calling for renewed focus on conflict‑resolution programs and stronger neighborhood safety initiatives. As the investigation continues, police ask anyone with information to contact the Detroit Police Department.

Original reporting: Warren | FOX 2 Detroit — read the source article.