Crime
19 News Reporter Winnie Dortch shot by ex-boyfriend, he then killed himself
Police said they were familiar to each other.
Early Monday morning, 19 News reporter Winnie Dortch was shot during what authorities believe to be a domestic-related incident.
According to Lakewood police, just before 8 a.m., a call came in reporting a heated argument between two individuals in the area of Clifton Boulevard.
As officers were en route to the location, additional reports were received stating that gunshots had been fired.
Upon arriving at the scene on Chase Avenue, police found two individuals, a man and a woman, lying on the sidewalk, both suffering from gunshot wounds.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene, though his identity has not yet been released.
The woman, identified as Winnie Dortch, was critically injured and was immediately transported to MetroHealth by Lakewood EMS. Her condition remains serious, though further details regarding her injuries have not been made public.
A firearm was recovered at the scene, and detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
While the full nature of their relationship remains under investigation, police confirmed that the two individuals were known to each other.
As authorities work to piece together the events leading up to this tragic incident, no further details have been provided at this time.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.