Royal Oak Police, FBI Seeking Bank Robbery Suspect

Suspect passed not to TCF Bank teller demanding cash and implying he was armed just after noon Monday, Royal Oak police said.

Arrest Follows Threat with Knife Over Parking Space: Royal Oak Police

Police also take reports of larcenies, vandalism and graffiti.

Police Work Can Be Smelly Business; Luckily, It Wasn’t This Time

Police were called to a potentially stinky situation in Royal Oak Township, but in the end there was no harm and, fortunately, no foul.

Royal Oak Woman Awakes to Peeping Tom

The woman opened her bedroom curtains and saw the man standing in front of her window. She gave police a description.

Southfield Police Seek Information on Murder

A 20-year-old Eastpointe man was fatally shot at a Southfield home Saturday night, according to police.

While Clerk Is Distracted, Woman Grabs Lottery Tickets and Runs: Police

Also on the Royal Oak police blotter, a customer said her wallet was lifted from her purse while she was shopping.

Partially Mummified Man Found in Hazel Park Home

A 61-year-old woman “in dire need of medical attention” was taken into protective custody, police said.

Suspects Accused of Taking 1-Year-Old to Robbery Arraigned

Delavonta Larry and Raymond Mattison, both of Detroit, were arraigned on bank robbery charges in 44th District Court.

Arsonist's Grass Fire Out When Help Arrives: Police

A 39-year-old Royal Oak man deliberately set a patch of grass on fire, according to police.

Pair Take 1-Year-Old to Credit Union Robbery: Police

Community Choice Credit Union robbed Thursday morning.

Alcohol Likely Factor in Pedestrian Killed In Royal Oak Township

The driver of the pickup was taken into custody on an outstanding warrant.

Dallas Police Shootings Put Metro Detroit on High Alert

In Oakland County, sheriff says officers struggle with incongruity of being on guard for their lives, “yet approachable and friendly.”

Fire that Damaged Parking Structure Intentionally Set: Police

Investigators found PVC pipe, cardboard boxes and flammable liquid near the stairwell of parking structure.

During Workouts, Thieves Went to Work: Police Blotter

Several gym members reported the theft of wallets and other personal property from secure storage lockers.

Pedestrian, Dogs Injured in Royal Oak

Woman struck in both legs. One of the dogs was injured when her owner fell on her; the other sustained a minor paw injury.

Royal Oak Train Death Ruled a Suicide

Police Lt. Dave Clemens said the man’s family reported he’d been depressed.

Royal Oak Man Arrested for Trying to Drive Over Acquaintance

After a dispute, the suspect allegedly tried to run over another man with his car.

Armed Robbery in Royal Oak

​The suspect allegedly stole a wallet and money before fleeing on foot.

Man Fatally Struck by Amtrak Train in Royal Oak

Investigators say early indications are that it was a suicide.

Power Outage Causes Phone Issues for Royal Oak Police

The main (248) 246-3500 line to Royal Oak police is experiencing spotty phone service since a power outage Sunday.

Royal Oak Police Main Number Is Down

There's no problem with the 911 emergency line.

Thieves Target GPS Systems in Rash of Royal Oak Car Larcenies

In 12 of the 16 car larceny reports, vehicles were unlocked. Half of the cases involved the theft of navigation systems.

Royal Oak Police Officer Saves Choking Woman

The officer was off-duty celebrating his anniversary when he noticed a woman choking.

Royal Oak, Clawson Phony Worker Complaints May Be Linked: Police

In both cases, a man who claimed to be with the city demanded payment after pretending to do work.

Royal Oak Woman Had Long Drunken Driving Record Before Fatal Crash

Jenell Capreice Bailey’s driver’s license had been suspended a couple of dozen times in the past decade, according to public records.

Lock It Or Lose it: Moral in Royal Oak Police Blotter

Royal Oak police took multiple breaking-and-entering and larceny from a vehicle reports.

After 3 Days, Jury Reaches Verdict in Royal Oak Murder Case

Kirk David Leach, 27, is accused of fatally shooting his sister’s boyfriend, who he claimed insulted her.

Feds Raid Gas Stations Along 8 Mile

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reportedly hauling out inventory by the truckload.

Royal Oak to Get Free Trigger Locks in Lock-It-Up Oakland

Oakland County has the second-highest number of concealed pistol licenses in the state, with 79,000.

Wannabe Burglars in Royal Oak Have a Really Bad Week

Home and business owners 3, burglars 0. They wanted to walk away with your stuff, but couldn’t get in. So sad, right?

Phony Water Department Worker Rips Off Woman: Police

The victim told police the man impersonating a water department worker convinced her to leave the room while he shut off water.

Charges Likely After Customer Huffs, Passes Out: Police

Royal Oak police and fire officials were called to a local business after a female was found unconscious in a store bathroom.

Lax Parole Laws Led to Woman's Murder: Sheriff, Prosecutor

Man accused of murdering Pontiac woman and hiding her body in a closet had previously been convicted of felony manslaughter, other charges.

Thief Smashes Door, Steals iPhones from Display Case: Police

Also on the Royal Oak Police Blotter: Resident reports UPS package stolen, bar patron returned to table to find her purse missing.

'Missing in Michigan' Aimed at Closing Missing Persons Cases

There are 4,000 active missing persons cases in Michigan and hundreds of unidentified remains cases.

Michigan Trooper Injured When Struck By His Own Vehicle: Police

Passenger standing near pulled over vehicle was seriously injured when another motorist allegedly rear-ended and rolled over a police car.

Police Say I-94 Shooting Victim Was Targeted

Find another route if you're in the area. This is a developing story.

Thieves Target Chrysler Vans in GPS System Thefts

Also, Royal Oak police arrested a sex offender who was not in compliance with the terms of the Michigan sex offender registry.

Suspect Grabs Purse, Royal Oak Police Nab HIm for Much More

Two suspects were arraigned on felony charges after police found drugs and determined getaway car was stolen.

Explosives Missing from Detroit-Bound Train Recovered: ATF [UPDATED]

Explosives, similar to commercial grade fireworks, stolen from train that left Chicago and traveled through Ohio before arriving in Detroit.