Friday, August 3 2012 7:37 PM EDT2012-08-03 23:37:17 GMT
The hot weather made things difficult for search crews looking for the body of a missing father from Troy. Tips led them to the rural Montrose area near Flint and also a state park on Friday.
The hot weather made things difficult for search crews looking for the body of a missing father from Troy. Tips led them to the rural Montrose area near Flint and also a state park on Friday. Investigators were searching woods, farms and even a river.
Thursday, August 2 2012 6:40 PM EDT2012-08-02 22:40:17 GMT
New developments involving the disappearance of a father from Troy. Police are now calling it a murder case, and they are zeroing in on the victim's oldest son.
New developments involving the disappearance of a father from Troy. Police are now calling it a murder case, and they are zeroing in on the victim's oldest son.
Tuesday, July 31 2012 11:20 PM EDT2012-08-01 03:20:18 GMT
No one has seen Patrick Mikes for days. The Troy father seems to have vanished. Police tell us a person of interest is in custody, and that same person is also facing charges in another city.
No one has seen Patrick Mikes for days. The Troy father seems to have vanished. Police tell us a person of interest is in custody, and we've learned that same person is also facing charges in another city. So, is there a connection?
TROY, Mich. (WJBK) -
Troy Police say they are confident that the 55-year-old Patrick Mikes, Senior was murdered by his oldest son, 21-year-old Patrick Mikes, Junior.
They have been waiting for DNA results and conducting a thorough investigation with help from multiple law enforcement agencies.
The DNA results and other evidence point to the blood of Mikes, Senior and Mikes, Junior and were found in the basement of their home where police say a violent altercation took place. Police also believe a struggle ensued between the two and Mikes, Senior was killed as a result of blunt force trauma.
"On Wednesday, August eighth, based upon the review of the evidence presented, representatives of the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office authorized the request for an arrest warrant charging Patrick Joe Mikes, Junior, the victim's son, with homicide, open murder," said Captain Bob Redmond. "Mr. Mikes was taken into custody this evening without incident and is being held pending an arraignment, which will take place at the 52-4 District Court tomorrow afternoon."
"I'd like to remind everyone that this remains an ongoing investigation. Also that the body of Patrick Mikes, Senior has not yet been recovered and his bicycle still remains missing."
Police say Mikes, Junior was arrested while he was eating at a restaurant in Rochester Hills.
The search for his father will resume Thursday morning in the Montrose area at 7:30 a.m. Police plan to search through 4 p.m. with 35 officers, 12 K9 teams and several volunteer citizens.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:02 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:02:09 GMT
Detroit police believe a man in a surveillance photo is responsible for a kidnapping, carjacking, sexual assault and armed robbery on the city's east side.
Detroit police believe a man in a surveillance photo is responsible for a kidnapping, carjacking, sexual assault and armed robbery on the city's east side.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:36:39 GMT
Innuendo, sexual advances and an overnight stay in Lansing -- a politician's former aide claims he had to endure a nightmare on the job. Now a sexual harassment lawsuit has been filed against Rep. Brian Banks.
Innuendo, sexual advances and an overnight stay in Lansing -- a politician's former aide claims he had to endure a nightmare on the job. Now a sexual harassment lawsuit has been filed against Rep. Brian Banks.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:56 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:56:23 GMT
Children were literally screaming for peace. Elementary school students at Cesar Chavez Academy in southwest Detroit spoke out for themselves -- stop bullying and stop the violence.
Children were literally screaming for peace. Elementary school students at Cesar Chavez Academy in southwest Detroit spoke out for themselves -- stop bullying and stop the violence.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:46:26 GMT
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Bugs are important to our environment and can even tell us about our water quality. That's why dozens on local students have been taking part in bug hunts.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:44 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:44:19 GMT
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing two dozen and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:20 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:20:38 GMT
Neighbors said he threatened them with a shotgun, then opened fire wounding two people. Now one of the victims has said he's angry the man accused of pulling the trigger is already out of jail.
Neighbors said he threatened them with a shotgun, then opened fire wounding two people. Now one of the victims has said he's angry the man accused of pulling the trigger is already out of jail.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:39:42 GMT
The Republicans in Lansing are pushing a new bill that would base teacher salaries on student performance. But will merit pay really help kids get a better education? Some say the answer is no.
The Republicans in Lansing are pushing a new bill that would base teacher salaries on student performance. But will merit pay really help kids get a better education? Some say the answer is no.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:07 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:07:10 GMT
13 dogs were rescued from a house on Ewers in southwest Detroit. The three most emaciated dogs were taken to the VCA in St. Clair Shores. They are being held in isolation for at least a week.
13 dogs were rescued from a house on Ewers in southwest Detroit. The three most emaciated dogs were taken to the VCA in St. Clair Shores. They are being held in isolation for at least a week and being treated and screened for diseases.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:57 PM EDT2013-05-23 00:57:50 GMT
Prosecutors have now filed charges against Myron Williams, a next door neighbor to a woman found strangled in Grosse Pointe Park, but the counts do not include murder.
Prosecutors have now filed charges against Myron Williams, a next door neighbor to a woman found strangled in Grosse Pointe Park, but the counts do not include murder.
