Southfield Daily Brief: Police Investigations, City Development, Community Updates
Southfield, MI — February 6, 2026 — Police investigate two shootings, city officials review new development plans, and residents are urged to stay alert.
Public Safety Updates
Southfield police are actively investigating two separate shooting incidents reported this week. In one case, a 53-year-old grandmother was shot multiple times while sitting in her SUV in her driveway near 11 Mile and Evergreen Road. She was transported to a hospital for surgery, and her teenage grandson, who was with her at the time, was not injured. Investigators say the suspect fled the scene, and the search is ongoing.
In another incident, officers responded to a late-night shooting inside a home near 13 Mile Road. A woman was found with a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. A young child was also inside the home but was not harmed. Police have indicated the situation appears to be domestic in nature and are continuing their investigation.
City Council and Development News
At recent city discussions, Southfield officials reviewed a proposed redevelopment project at the corner of 12 Mile and Northwestern Highway. Plans include removing long-vacant buildings to make way for a new, modern car wash as part of a brownfield redevelopment and tax financing plan. City leaders also discussed a proposed zoning amendment related to keeping animals and bees within city limits.
Drivers are also being reminded to use caution as eastbound I‑696 prepares for a lengthy reconstruction project. With the freeway expected to be impacted for an extended period, local police say they will be monitoring neighborhood roads closely for speeding as traffic patterns shift.
Community Notes
City officials reiterated this week that Southfield remains committed to its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies despite national debates on the topic. Residents are encouraged to stay engaged by reviewing upcoming agendas and city updates through official city channels.
