FERNDALE, Mich. – Police are asking witnesses to come forward after a man was shot in the groin area outside a Ferndale nightclub.
Ferndale police said at 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 13, 2025, officers were patrolling on foot in Downtown Ferndale when they heard multiple gunshots fired in an alley between 9 Mile Road and West Troy Street.
Officers found a Warren man near the back entrance of the Orchid Theatre on 9 Mile Road. He had been shot once in the groin area, according to police.
“Our officers responded within seconds of hearing gunfire and immediately rendered lifesaving aid to the victim,” said Deputy Chief David Spellman. “Their quick response stabilized the victim until Ferndale Fire arrived. We want to thank Ferndale Fire, the Michigan State Police, and the Hazel Park, Oak Park, and Royal Oak police departments for their assistance during the incident.”
The man was transported to an area hospital and is stable. Police said he was shot by an unknown suspect who left the scene of the shooting in an unknown vehicle.
Police are asking the public to help identify the people responsible. Anyone who witnessed the shooting, has video footage from the area, or has other information is asked to contact Ferndale Police Department detectives at 248-541-3650, extension 5.
