Man shot at park; police seek suspect

Southfield police are investigating a shooting that happened Thursday night at a city park. The shooter was at-large as of Friday morning.

A 21-year-old man suffered a bullet wound and was transported to an area hospital. His injuries aren’t considered to be life-threatening, officials said.

According to the Southfield Police Department, officers responded to Simms Park — in the area of Pierce Street and Wiltshire Boulevard — in reference to a shooting shortly before 10 p.m. The suspect, who fled from the scene, is described as a black male who was wearing black clothing and latex gloves, police said.

Anyone with additional information on the incident is asked to call the Southfield Police Department at 248-796-5500

— Aileen Wingblad, The Oakland Press