Armed Robbery and Retail Fraud at Two Detroit Dollar Stores

On March 20, 2026, two dollar stores in Detroit, Michigan, were targeted in a coordinated armed robbery and retail fraud scheme. The incidents occurred at the Dollar General store on Gratiot Avenue and the Family Dollar store on 8 Mile Road. The suspects, armed with handguns, entered both stores and demanded cash from the registers. The robbers also stole cigarettes and other high-value items, totaling approximately $5,000 in losses.

In both cases, the suspects fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan. No injuries were reported, and the police are appealing to the public for any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and other evidence to identify the perpetrators.