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Berkley Today
By the People, for the People
Masked Gunmen Fire On Teen's Car Outside Berkley Bowling Hotspot
Berkley police say masked suspects shot at a 17-year-old's car near Hartfield Lanes Saturday; detectives ask anyone with video to call or email tips.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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A Saturday night hangout at Hartfield Lanes in Berkley, Michigan turned tense when masked suspects opened fire on a 17-year-old's car in the parking lot, striking the rear driver's-side door as the teen tried to get away from a gathering. Police say no one was hurt, the attack appears to have been targeted, and they are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspects and any witnesses who may have video footage of the incident.
Why it matters
This shooting incident outside a popular local bowling alley highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence and public safety in the Berkley community, even as the city has taken steps to address these issues through programs like a gun buyback initiative.
The details
According to police, several masked suspects approached a group in the Hartfield Lanes parking lot on Saturday night. As people started to leave, one of the gunmen fired a single shot that struck the rear driver's-side door of a 17-year-old's car. The suspects then fled the scene in a white or gray mid-size Chevy similar to a Malibu and a dark-colored Jeep that may have been maroon or red.
- The incident occurred shortly before 11 p.m. on Saturday, February 25, 2026.
- Police responded to reports of shots fired near 12 Mile and Buckingham around 11 p.m.
The players
Berkley Department of Public Safety
The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.
Hartfield Lanes
A longtime bowling fixture in downtown Berkley that helps anchor the city's nightlife.
What’s next
As of the latest update, there have been no arrests and the investigation remains active. Berkley police are urging anyone with information or video evidence to come forward to help crack the case.
The takeaway
This shooting incident outside a popular local business underscores the ongoing challenges Berkley faces in maintaining public safety and addressing gun violence, even as the city has taken proactive steps to address these issues through community-based programs and initiatives.
