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Police Seek 'Armed And Dangerous' Man Wanted In Detroit Shooting [PHOTO]

DETROIT (WWJ) - Detroit police are looking for help to find a man who allegedly shot his friend in the chest on Wednesday.

It happened Wednesday, Nov. 2.  in the 18200 block of Santa Barbara in Detroit.

According to police, the 24 year-old male victim was meeting up with a friend, identified as 25-year-old Samuel Dixon, Jr. When the victim arrived, Dixon got out of his car, walked up and shot the victim in the chest, critically injuring him

Police said a motive for the shooting isn't clear.

Dixon fled the scene and remained at large on Thursday.

He's described as a black male, 5'9" tall and around 180 lbs. Police said he's "in poor mental condition" and should be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone who may have seen this suspect, knows of his whereabouts or has any information pertaining to this crime is asked to call Detroit police at 313-596-1259 or 313-596-1240.

Tipsters may remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP. Tips may also be submitted online at this link,  by texting CSM and the tip to CRIMES (2746370), or via the DPD Connect app.

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