More than 200 youth gather for sports, unity after drive-by shooting on Detroit’s east side

In response to a recent drive-by shooting on Detroit's east side, over 200 young people gathered near Skinner Park and Denby High School for an event organized by the Sound Body, Sound Mind Foundation, founded by Curtis Blackwell. The initiative aimed to demonstrate the community's resilience by engaging youth in sports and character-building activities, reinforcing the neighborhood's vibrancy and safety. Blackwell emphasized the role of sports in providing positive influence and keeping kids off the streets, while the Community Violence Intervention Program and local police and fire officials participated in outreach efforts. Meanwhile, Detroit police have apprehended two suspects linked to the shooting, though details of the investigation remain undisclosed.