Community mourns the passing of Abdul Ahad
Detroit Police investigate a dispute leading to multiple victims, seeking public help
Last Sunday, police responded to a stabbing, a fatal shooting, an injury from the shooting, one victim being stabbed, and another victim being hit by a car at Jayne Field.
Abdul Ahad is the 24-year-old victim who was fatally shot. He was laid to rest on May 27. Ahad was known for his community work.
A GoFundMe with an $8,000 goal was created in his honor. According to the page, “The money raised will go towards supporting orphans in need of religious education and basic necessities like food and shelter.”
Detroit Police are seeking information from the public regarding the incident leading to Ahad’s death and the other casualties. Call 313-596-1140 or leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at 800-SPEAK-UP or 800-773-2587.
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Hamtramck City Manager Max Gabarino was put on paid leave by a 5-0 unanimous city council vote, after putting Police Chief Jamiel Altaheri on paid administrative leave for allegations of breaking the law. Gabarino plans to sue the city.
Sherin Akhtar will become the first hijabi mayor of Chester, England. She is set to be the 808th mayor.
AMANI Birth Retreat is hosting a birth doula training in Michigan. The training will focus on serving Muslim families, but being Muslim is not required. Register here.
A new series on Hamtramck explores the Bengali community and others.
An Eid Henna Festival is taking place on June 5th at the Deshi Hall.
