14-year-old Darean Marty killed after shooting at Michigan State Fair in Novi

A tragic shooting incident occurred near the Michigan State Fair in Novi, Michigan on Saturday evening, August 31, 2024. A 14-year-old Darean Marty was fatally wounded, and another 14-year-old boy was injured in the incident.

At approximately 9:56 p.m., police officers stationed at the fair heard gunshots coming from a nearby parking lot. The initial report of an active shooter prompted a swift response from multiple law enforcement agencies. However, upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered that the situation was less dire.

Two 14-year-old boys had been shot. Both were immediately transported to a hospital, where one of the boys sadly succumbed to his injuries. The other boy is currently in stable condition.

According to police, the two victims had traveled to the fair with friends, taking Ubers from Detroit to Farmington Hills and then from Farmington Hills to the fairgrounds. The shooting took place in the parking lot, and there were no reports of gunfire inside the fair itself.

Unaccompanied minors are not allowed at the Michigan State Fair after 6 p.m. Investigators believe that the shooting was the result of an ongoing argument between the victims. The incident is believed to be isolated, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

A suspect has not been identified, and the investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Novi Police Department at 248-348-7100.