Two Shot in Detroit’s Joy & Bryden Area; Suspect on Minibike Sought by Police
DETROIT, MI — July 5, 2025
Late Friday night, Detroit Police from the 2nd Precinct responded to a shooting at the intersection of Joy Road and Bryden Avenue, prompting a multi-unit response after dispatch reported two people had been shot. A DPD Scout alert described the shooter as a man on a minibike, still in the area and believed to be armed.
🔍 Timeline & Response
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According to scanner traffic and 911 calls, officers, along with the Detroit Fire Department’s Engine 42 and Medic 64, rushed to Wisconsin & Joy Rd, near Bryden, immediately following reports of gunshots and injured victims
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A “priority” Scout message confirmed that two individuals were shot, and described a suspect on a minibike possibly linked to the shooting .
🚨 Active Investigation
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Upon arrival, officers secured the scene as medical units treated the two victims at the location before transporting them to nearby hospitals. One shooter on a minibike reportedly rode off during the incident.
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Authorities are now treating the minibike-riding individual as a person of interest, and multiple units, including detectives and K9 teams, are canvassing the area for him and gathering statements from residents and witnesses.
🧠 Community Alert & Public Safety
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The unusual detail of a minibike suspect has heightened concern among local residents and pedestrians near Joy & Bryden, particularly along a busy West Side corridor.
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Officers advise the public to remain vigilant, avoid the area of Wisconsin Ave. and Joy Rd. while the investigation continues, and to report any suspicious activity, especially involving minibikes or similar vehicles.
📞 How You Can Help
Residents near Joy & Bryden who may have witnessed the incident—or who have video or images—is encouraged to contact the Detroit Police Department’s 2nd Precinct or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1‑800‑SPEAK-UP. Prompt cooperation could aid investigators in locating the suspect and bringing accountability.