Two hospitalized after shooting at Madison Heights Spirit Halloween

Two people were hospitalized after a shooting at a Spirit Halloween store in Madison Heights on Friday afternoon. Madison Heights police said the incident began with an altercation between two parties just after 2 p.m. At the location on John R, south of 14 Mile Road.

Police reported that one person brandished a firearm and shot another individual. The shooter was subsequently injured by a member of the victim's family. Both individuals were transported to separate hospitals and are currently under police guard, with their conditions unknown.

Troy, Ferndale, and Hazel Park police assisted in the response. Witnesses described hearing gunfire and a loud pop from the store entrance, prompting staff to exit through the back and shoppers to scatter. The city has asked residents to avoid the area and follow law enforcement instructions.

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