A domestic dispute inside a Westland-area apartment complex ended in tragedy early Monday morning when a 23-year-old man was fatally shot, prompting a large police response and leaving a family shaken. Officers were called to the Flats Apartments near Colgate Street and John Daly after reports of gunfire during an argument between a man and his girlfriend. Authorities said what began as a heated confrontation quickly escalated, leading to a fatal shooting and an ongoing homicide investigation.
When police arrived, they found the victim with life-threatening gunshot wounds. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Although officials have not publicly released his name, family members at the scene identified him as 23-year-old Deion Williams. Loved ones described the moment as devastating, noting that Williams’ young child was inside the apartment when the shooting occurred. Police confirmed the infant was not harmed.
Investigators initially believed the girlfriend fired the fatal shot and placed her in custody. However, police later clarified that the shooting is alleged to have been carried out by a family member who intervened during the heated dispute. The updated information has shifted the focus of the investigation as detectives work to determine the exact sequence of events leading up to the deadly gunfire.
Two more individuals were detained at the scene as officers moved quickly to secure the apartment and collect evidence. Crime scene tape surrounded the complex for hours as investigators spoke with witnesses and gathered statements from those who were present during the confrontation. Police said they are reviewing both physical evidence and witness accounts to understand what triggered the violent outburst.
The killing has been classified as a domestic-related homicide, a label authorities say reflects the personal relationships involved and the volatile nature of the dispute. For neighbors in the complex, the shooting is a frightening reminder of how quickly domestic situations can turn tragic. Many expressed shock and concern for the safety of the child who was present during the ordeal.
