A Dearborn man known by the nickname Zilzal is in critical condition after being deliberately struck by an SUV late Saturday night.
What Happened:
* The assault occurred near Michigan Avenue and Howe Street around 10:45pm Saturday
* Police say the driver swerved across lanes and accelerated into Zilzal as he crossed the street
*The SUV was abandoned nearby and the suspect fled on foot
*Hours later the suspect called police and turned themselves in from home where they were taken into custody without incident
Background:
* Just days before the incident Zilzal went to Dearborn Police reporting threats made against him
* Investigators believe the suspect’s actions were tied to an ongoing feud, possibly about money that had spilled onto social media
Police say this was not an accident. Charges are pending against the driver.
“Public safety is our highest priority and we take every concern seriously,” said Dearborn police Chief Issa Shahin in a post. “We understand the community has questions and are committed to ensuring trust through transparency and accountability.”
