Masked Man Robs Birmingham Bank and More Crime Nearby

Every Sunday, Patch will help you catch up with the crime news happening in nearby towns, bringing you the important stories from Patch sites near the Greater West Bloomfield area and beyond.

Here's what's been happening nearby this week:

BIRMINGHAM: Masked Man Robs Birmingham's Comerica Bank Friday Morning

Birmingham Police and the FBI are looking for a man who pulled out a hand gun during a robbery of the Comerica Bank on West Maple Road.

ROYAL OAK: Baby Reported Not Breathing at Motel

The infant was rushed to William Beaumont Hospital for treatment. At the hospital the child was pronounced dead. The case is currently under investigation.

TROY:

The following information was obtained from the Troy Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

BERKLEY:

Authorities say the suspect in an armed robbery Jan. 28 at Charter One bank in Berkley also may have committed several others in nearby communities, including Royal Oak.

ROCHESTER HILLS: Deputies Use Taser on Agitated Rochester Hills Man

The man appeared to be intoxicated when he tried to kick and punch deputies from the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.

FERNDALE:

Police found that the side door—which had been deadbolted shut—was kicked in and there was heavy damage to the door jamb.