Donald Coates

Death by Force

Donald Coates, age 37, was killed on July 6, 2013, in Detroit, Michigan. His homicide occurred during a period when Detroit's crime rates were fluctuating but remained high, particularly regarding violent crimes such as homicides. In 2013, the city reported 332 homicides, which represented a significant number despite being lower than the early 1990s when annual homicides peaked above 600. This decline highlights a long-term decrease in violent crime but still indicates that Detroit faces major ...Read More