Michigan Radio Anchor Killed In Homicide-Tried Suicide

A Michigan radio host was murdered Friday after he and his household have been savagely attacked of their house by a visitor who then tried to kill himself, this based on native studies.

WWJ 950 in a single day anchor Jim Matthews was together with his girlfriend and a couple of youngsters of their Detroit-area apartment round midday after they allegedly invited over a person who lives throughout the road. Neighbors had seen the person with Matthews’ girlfriend up to now.

What occurred subsequent was nonetheless beneath investigation … however Matthew’s girlfriend and his 5-year-old daughter made it out of the apartment alive and flagged down somebody driving by. His girlfriend had been stabbed a number of occasions and his daughter was injured as effectively.

After the driving force referred to as 911, Chesterfield Township officers responded to the house and needed to power their method inside, discovering Matthews useless. His 10-year-old boy was found certain and crushed inside a closet.

What’s extra … police went to the basement the place they encountered the suspect — who was overdosing on heroin after sustaining self-inflicted wounds.

Matthews’ girlfriend and son have been listed in important situation on the hospital. His daughter was in secure situation.

The suspect was given Narcan to avoid wasting his life. He, too, was hospitalized in secure situation.

As for Matthews, WWJ Newsradio 950 issued an announcement … “There have been many tears shed in our newsroom right this moment and Jim will probably be significantly missed. Our ideas and prayers exit to Jim’s household and buddies throughout this tough time.”

Authorities didn’t launch a motive and have been weighing felony prices.