Dequindre Estate Trailer Park Shooting: An active shooter incident happened at the Splash Pad in Spencer Park, Rochester Hills, MI. This caused multiple injuries. The shooting occurred at the Splash Pad on Auburn Road. Police have blocked the entrance to Dequindre Estates Trailer Park. At least 20 officers are on the scene.
Police Investigation and Public Safety Measures
Police are looking for the shooter in the Dequindre Estates Trailer Park. They believe the shooter lives there. Meanwhile, residents have been told to stay inside and lock their doors. This is a precaution. The police are working hard. Their goal is to catch the shooter quickly. They hope to prevent any more harm.
Timeline of Events and Police Response
- 6/15 5:11 PM: Reports of a shooting at Splash Pad, Spencer Park, Brooklyns Park Plaza on E Auburn Rd.
- 5:12 PM: Active shooter confirmed at Splash Pad, Spencer Park.
- 5:13 PM: Police on the scene confirm multiple people shot.
- 5:15 PM: Shooter fled the scene; description of getaway vehicle obtained.
- 5:17 PM: Several people injured, including children as young as 8 years old.
- 5:20 PM: Police recover a handgun and three empty magazines.
- 5:25 PM: Multiple EMS units requested for 6-7 injured individuals.
- 5:45 PM: Evidence indicates the shooter’s identity.
- 5:51 PM: Police sent to the suspect’s address, located less than 1/2 mile from the Splash Pad.
- 5:55 PM: Vehicle at the address matches the suspect vehicle description.
- 6:01 PM: Police issue commands to the suspect to exit the home, no response.
- 6:15 PM: One person taken into surgery, now in recovery.
- 7:20 PM: Press conference updates on patient count and injury severity pending.
- 7:23 PM: Incident described as a random act; suspect reloaded and fired at least 28 times.
- 7:30 PM: Suspect contained within a home; police obtaining a search warrant.
- 7:35 PM: Home surrounded by police and tactical teams.
- 8:10 PM: Suspect located in Dequindre Estates Trailer Park, off Hamlin and Dequindre Rd.
- 8:31 PM: Updated reports indicate up to 10 people injured.
- 8:51 PM: Shelter-in-place order lifted for area residents; police remain at suspect’s home.
The police are actively investigating. They secure the area and gather information. Updates will follow as new details emerge. Meanwhile, our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.