DETROIT (WWJ) - Detroit police are continuing their search for a suspect on a bicycle who allegedly open fired on a 51-year-old man before fleeing the scene last summer.
On June 26th, 2022, police say a 51-year-old man was struck by gunfire around 1:25 a.m. while on Kendell and 14th Street in Detroit.
The gunman was riding a bicycle when they fired off a weapon. The unknown suspect then fled the scene on the bike.
The 51-year-old victim was taken to a local hospital where he was treated for his injuries and released.
Almost a year and a half later, Detroit police -- in collaboration with Crime Stoppers -- are offering a $500 reward for any tips that lead to an arrest in the case.
Those who submit a tip must include case # 2206260027.
Tipsters are only eligible for a reward if:
• They provide this information first to Detroit Rewards TV and not Law Enforcement.
• Their tip must move the case forward
Tipster can submit their information 100% anonymously through the Crime Stoppers 1-800-SPEAK UP (1-800-773-2587) hotline, web, or text message.
These forms of communication are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
DPD's 10th Precinct can also be contacted at 313-596-1040.
Each year, Crime Stoppers of Michigan get thousands of tips to help solve crimes in the Metro Detroit area. For more information about Crime Stoppers and to learn how they help solve crimes while also working to prevent crime, check out WWJ's Daily J episode below: