Tuesday, January 8 2013 8:32 PM EST2013-01-09 01:32:36 GMT
A baby is home safe after a thief drove off with the SUV she was inside, then abandoned the vehicle. Her father said he left her alone while he ran into a gas station. Now he could be charged with a misdemeanor.
A baby is home safe after a thief drove off with the SUV she was inside, then abandoned the vehicle. Her father said he left her alone while he ran into a gas station. Now he could be charged with a misdemeanor.
By Maurielle Lue Fox 2 News
WARREN, Mich. (WJBK) -- A father says he left his three-month-old baby in his running vehicle while he ran into a Warren gas station to pay. In just seconds, his car was stolen with the baby inside. Now new video proves he was targeted by the men in a 1994 Buick LeSabre.
The video shows the car circling the gas station driving past pump after pump just waiting for someone to walk away from their running car. That's when Jesse Greer showed up.
"The passenger of that other car gets out, takes a couple steps towards the station. I think he's looking to make sure dad's in. He immediately jumps in that GMC and takes off on Nine Mile and you literally see dad running out giving chase almost on the bumper of the car," said Warren Police Commissioner Jere Green.
The car was found in just a few minutes. Baby Aubrey was safe inside. Police say she never woke up.
Greer was lucky. He told Fox 2 he learned from his mistake.
"I'm very sorry. I thanked God all night long for her. I stayed up all night long watching my kid sleep because I didn't want to shut my eyes and lose her."
It may seem like common sense, but leaving a child alone in a car, even for a minute, is against the law. Greer was facing a misdemeanor. Warren Police planned to file charges. Some wanted to see the new father punished, but after looking at the surveillance video, Greene decided no charge would teach Greer a lesson more frightening than the one he had already learned.
"Let's say he gets charged with court costs, $200. What is that going to do? People can say whatever they want. People can be judgmental. People can be mean spirited about what the intent is, but it does absolutely nothing," Green said. "That's my decision and I'm standing by it."
Warren Police are now focusing on the real criminals, the men inside a green 1994 LeSabre. Police say it has three fancy rims and one smaller hubcap on the rear passenger side.
I spoke with Greer by phone. He told me he is happy Warren Police decided not to file charges. He said it was a new father mistake and he definitely learned his lesson.
Tuesday, March 12 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-03-12 20:33:13 GMT
The 75-year-old grandmother charged with open murder in the shooting death of her own grandson could take the stand any day in her own defense, but Tuesday belonged to the prosecution.
The 75-year-old grandmother charged with open murder in the shooting death of her own grandson could take the stand any day in her own defense, but Tuesday belonged to the prosecution.
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:08:52 GMT
It's National Boating Safety Week - a good time to learn about new boating safety regulations. Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham talked with Fox 2 about what boaters need to know.
It's National Boating Safety Week - a good time to learn about new boating safety regulations. Macomb County Sheriff Anthony Wickersham talked with Fox 2 about what boaters need to know.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:12 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:12:58 GMT
There was a last ditch effort Wednesday to save Oakman Elementary and Orthopedic School, a Detroit public school that services a high number of disabled and special needs children.
There was a last ditch effort Wednesday to save Oakman Elementary and Orthopedic School, a Detroit public school that services a high number of disabled and special needs children.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:12:48 GMT
Makayla Lance is only 17 years old and facing death. Tuesday she was shot in the face allegedly by her 18-year-old boyfriend. When police responded to the scene, he was trying to save her life.
Makayla Lance is only 17 years old and facing death. Tuesday she was shot in the face allegedly by her 18-year-old boyfriend. When police responded to the scene, he was trying to save her life.
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:54:33 GMT
We've all had one of those days. You have a million things on your mind and are moving way too fast. In Southfield, one woman's absent minded moment put her in a tight spot.
We've all had one of those days. You have a million things on your mind and are moving way too fast. In Southfield, one woman's absent minded moment put her in a tight spot.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:43 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:43:15 GMT
Gustav Nyquist and Drew Miller scored 31 seconds apart midway through a previously scoreless game, helping the Red Wings beat the Blackhawks 3-1 on Monday night for a 2-1 series lead.
Gustav Nyquist and Drew Miller scored 31 seconds apart midway through a previously scoreless game, helping the Red Wings beat the Blackhawks 3-1 on Monday night for a 2-1 series lead.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:35 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:35:00 GMT
Police say a 55-year-old woman is dead and two men are wounded following a shooting at a vacant Detroit residence believed to have been used for drug activity.
Police say a 55-year-old woman is dead and two men are wounded following a shooting at a vacant Detroit residence believed to have been used for drug activity.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:23 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:23:29 GMT
Basehunters, a storm chasing team from Norman, Okla., captured over three minutes worth of video showing Monday's deadly monster tornado that roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs.
Basehunters, a storm chasing team from Norman, Okla., captured over three minutes worth of video showing Monday's deadly monster tornado that roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:06 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:06:34 GMT
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing dozens and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Find out how you can help the victims of Monday's deadly tornado that ripped through the Oklahoma City suburbs, killing dozens and flattening neighborhoods, schools and businesses.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:08 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:08:56 GMT
A small dog was taken from a woman's car on Sunday. Now a woman claims she wasn't trying to steal the dog. She was trying to save its life because it was locked in a car on a hot day.
A small dog was taken from a woman's car on Sunday. Now a woman claims she wasn't trying to steal the dog. She was trying to save its life because it was locked in a car on a hot day.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:03:59 GMT
Some residents in Clinton Township say they are upset over a horrible smell that seems to be at its peak when temperatures soar. They claim it has been going on for years.
Some residents in Clinton Township say they are upset over a horrible smell that seems to be at its peak when temperatures soar. They claim it has been going on for years.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:54 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:54:16 GMT
Wayne County Circuit Judge Wade McCree is fighting to save his job and his career. Monday, the woman who was once his mistress testified about their numerous sexual encounters.
He once said there was no shame in his game, but now Wayne County Circuit Judge Wade McCree is fighting to save his job and his career. Monday, the woman who was once his mistress testified about their numerous sexual encounters.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:28 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:28:46 GMT
As Bobby Ferguson faces a retrial on bid-rigging charges, he may have to represent himself. He refuses to fill out an application needed to determine if he qualifies for a court appointed lawyer.
As Bobby Ferguson faces a retrial on bid-rigging charges, he may have to represent himself. He refuses to fill out an application needed to determine if he qualifies for a court appointed lawyer.
Crystal Valentine (left) and Jesse T. Greer (right)
