Suspect Linked to Detroit Shootings Found Hiding in Doghouse

Jermaine Antonio Jackson Jr. faces federal weapons charge for possessing a Glock with an illegal auto-sear device.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A suspect connected to two Detroit shootings last June was arrested after police found him hiding in a doghouse. Jermaine Antonio Jackson Jr. was in possession of a Glock handgun equipped with a device that converts it into an automatic weapon, known as a "Glock switch", when he was apprehended.

Why it matters

The use of illegal auto-sear devices on firearms is a growing concern, as they can make semi-automatic weapons function as fully automatic, posing a serious threat to public safety. This arrest highlights the efforts of law enforcement to crack down on these dangerous modifications.

The details

According to court documents, the investigation began on June 12, 2025, when police responded to two separate ShotSpotter alerts of gunfire in the Detroit area. Surveillance footage captured two vehicles fleeing the scenes, and police later spotted one of the vehicles, a Dodge Challenger, and attempted to stop it. The driver fled, but police were able to apprehend four suspects, including Jackson, who was found hiding in a doghouse in a backyard.

  • On June 12, 2025, police responded to two separate ShotSpotter alerts of gunfire in Detroit.
  • Around 7:25 p.m. on June 12, 2025, police spotted the Dodge Challenger and attempted to stop it, leading to a pursuit and the arrest of four suspects.
  • In January 2026, investigators received search warrant records from a social media account belonging to Jackson, which included photos of him holding the Glock pistol found in the doghouse.

The players

Jermaine Antonio Jackson Jr.

A suspect connected to two Detroit shootings last June who was found hiding in a doghouse and in possession of a Glock handgun equipped with an illegal auto-sear device.

ShotSpotter

A gunshot detection system that alerted police to the two shooting incidents in Detroit on June 12, 2025.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on whether to allow Jackson out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing issue of illegal auto-sear devices being used to convert semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons, which poses a significant threat to public safety. Law enforcement's efforts to apprehend suspects with these dangerous modifications are crucial in addressing this problem.