Friday, August 10 2012 6:17 AM EDT2012-08-10 10:17:34 GMT
A 62-year-old Detroit grandfather has been shot and killed while protecting his granddaughter from a group of assailants on the city's west side, FOX 2's Amy Andrews reports.
A 62-year-old Detroit grandfather was fatally shot while protecting his granddaughter from a group of men who broke into a home on the city's west side, FOX 2's Amy Andrews reports.
DETROIT (WJBK) -
A suspect has been arrested in an attack at a Detroit home that left a teenager injured and the boy's grandfather dead.
Detroit police say a "male suspect" was in custody following the attack on Wednesday. Chief Ralph Godbee said Thursday during a news conference the case is still an open investigation and he expects more arrests to be made. He thanked the public for providing tips in such a rapid response.
Michael Villneff says a group of men beat the 16-year-old boy as they robbed the home, then shot and killed John Villneff as he tried to protect another grandchild from the intruders.
"I already know they got the right guy," said John's daughter Melissa.
Villneff was a decorated Vietnam veteran. "I miss him so much," said Melissa. "I catch myself crying, but I know I have to be strong."
Family members say a fund will soon be set up to help pay for Villneff's funeral expenses. Once we receive the information, it will be posted here on myFOXDetroit.com.
Meanwhile, Villneff's grandson was released from the hospital Thursday night. He plans to rejoin his football teammates at Dearborn Heights Robichaud High School on Friday. "He feels that's the way it should be," said Melissa.
The viewing for John Villneff is Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Swanson Funeral Home in Detroit. The funeral is 11:00 a.m. Tuesday. Those interested in donating money to help cover funeral expenses can click here.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-17 12:58:06 GMT
Gallery on the Boulevard is now open to the public. The restored 1918 residence, located in the Historic District of Pontiac's West End, is now home to wonderful works of art.
Gallery on the Boulevard is now open to the public. The restored 1918 residence, located in the Historic District of Pontiac's West End, is now home to wonderful works of art.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:36 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:36:38 GMT
A pair of osprey that made a nest on a power pole in Berlin Township, near the Rockwood Landfill will be getting a new home thanks to crews from DTE Energy.
A pair of osprey that made a nest on a power pole in Berlin Township, near the Rockwood Landfill will be getting a new home thanks to crews from DTE Energy.
Monday, May 13 2013 11:43 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:43:11 GMT
Hundreds of firefighters lined the streets in front of the Church of the Divine Child in Dearborn to bid farewell to 29-year-old Brian Woehlke, a Wayne-Westland firefighter killed last week in the line of duty.
Hundreds of firefighters lined the streets in front of the Church of the Divine Child in Dearborn to bid farewell to 29-year-old Brian Woehlke, a Wayne-Westland firefighter who was killed while crews battled a blaze at a Westland strip mall last week.
Monday, May 13 2013 10:13 AM EDT2013-05-13 14:13:39 GMT
Family and friends are gathering Monday to remember the life of Brian Woehlke, the 29-year-old firefighter who was killed last week while crews battled a blaze at a Westland strip mall.
Family and friends are gathering Monday to remember the life of Brian Woehlke, the 29-year-old firefighter who was killed last week while crews battled a blaze at a Westland strip mall.
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:01:16 GMT
It was supposed to be their big night, but prom turned into a big headache for teens from a local high school. Police showed up to crack down on an unauthorized limo service.
It was supposed to be their big night, but prom turned into a big headache for teens from a local high school. Police showed up to crack down on an unauthorized limo service.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:55:04 GMT
"We intend to build cars in North America for [the] North American market, build cars in Europe for the European market and build them in Asia for the Asian market," said Don Graunstadt.
"We intend to build cars in North America for [the] North American market, build cars in Europe for the European market and build them in Asia for the Asian market," said the CEO of North American Operations for the electric car company.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:19:58 GMT
It can creep up on you without you realizing it. One day you step on the scale and you're obese. That's what happened to a St. Clair Shores woman who never though she would lose the weight.
It can creep up on you without you realizing it. One day you step on the scale and you're obese. That's what happened to a St. Clair Shores woman who never though she would lose the weight.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:43 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:43:34 GMT
Sabrina Gianino was found dead with a cord around her neck inside a Grosse Pointe Park home early Thursday morning. The medical examiner has ruled her death a homicide.
Sabrina Gianino was found dead with a cord around her neck inside a Grosse Pointe Park home early Thursday morning. The medical examiner has ruled her death a homicide.
A photo of John Villneff, 62, provided by his family.
