Crime
Officer Assaulted During Escape Attempt at Highland Park City Jail in Michigan
The detainee allegedly overpowered an officer, using a taser on them during the altercation.
Highland Park, MI – An incident occurred Thursday morning, December 12, 2024, at a Highland Park police facility when an inmate overpowered a jailer, assaulted him, and attempted to escape, according to officials.
The exchange took place before 10 a.m. at a facility located off Woodward Avenue, not at the city hall location or the recently opened substation.
Highland Park Police Chief James McMahon provided details about the incident, explaining that the inmate requested to use the restroom and attacked the jailer who let him out of his cell.
“A prisoner overpowered one of our jailers,” McMahon said. “He attempted to escape. He assaulted our jailer.”
During the altercation, the jailer was punched but is reported to be in stable condition.
The inmate managed to seize the jailer’s Taser and attempted to deploy it; however, the device failed to function. Officers swiftly contained the situation by using a Taser to subdue the inmate, who remained confined within the facility and was recaptured within minutes.
“There was never any danger to the public,” Chief McMahon assured. He confirmed that the inmate had no means of leaving the secured facility during the incident.
Sources reported that the inmate is now restrained in a holding chair.
Operations at the Highland Park police facility have largely returned to normal following the brief disruption. The incident remains under review by the department.
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Hundreds of students and community members are mourning the death of Erik Spencer, who was fatally shot at a shopping center in Jefferson City on November 1.
Authorities have confirmed Spencer’s death but have not yet released details regarding the individual responsible for the shooting.
Multiple witness accounts suggest the shooter may have been a white male, reportedly described by some as a possible off-duty police officer.
According to witnesses, the incident occurred as Erik and his girlfriend were leaving a store when a verbal argument broke out between them.
The male individual allegedly intervened, despite being told that the situation was under control.
Moments later, witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, striking Erik.
Friends and witnesses at the scene stated that Erik did not pose any threat to the shooter and that the confrontation escalated unnecessarily.
Law enforcement agencies have not confirmed the shooter’s identity, whether he is affiliated with law enforcement, or if he has been detained or turned himself in.
The Jefferson City Police Department and local investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Community members have since gathered for vigils and memorials to honor Erik’s memory as the investigation remains active and ongoing.