Charges Dropped Against Man Accused Of Killing WSU Police Officer

DETROIT (WWJ) - Charges have been dropped against a man accused in the shooting death of Wayne State University Police K-9 Officer Collin Rose.

At a news conference, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy said Detroit and State Police homicide investigators, along with members of her office, are continuing to work "literally around the clock" on this case.

"We remain, we all remain, deeply committed to making sure that justice is done in this case; to make sure that the perpetrator for the killing of officer Rose is brought to justice," Worthy told reporters. "We will continue to work hard on this case."

Worthy did not take questions.

Officer Rose, 29, was shot in the head about 6:35 p.m. on Nov. 22 at Lincoln and Brainard streets, off-campus in Detroit's Woodbridge neighborhood where he was investigating thefts of navigation systems from vehicles. He died of his injury a day later.

DeAngelo Davis, 31, of Detroit was arrested hours after the shooting and held without bond — but, as it turned out, investigators did not have sufficient evidence linking him to the crime.

"He is no longer a suspect at this time," Worthy said.

Davis, who has in the past served jail time for felony assault involving a police officer, is expected to be released from jail on Wednesday.

Reports say police are now looking at evidence that points toward a different suspect.

Meantime, Detroit Police Chief James Craig says he's "optimistic" and "encouraged" as an investigation continues, announcing a $15,000 reward is now being offered for the tip that leads to an arrest and conviction.

That total includes $10,000 from the ATF and an additional $5,000 from an anonymous donor with the Detroit Dog Rescue (DDR).

"The senseless death of Sergeant Rose has been deeply felt by not only those who knew him, but also by the community in which he took an oath to," said Special Agent in Charge Robin Shoemaker, in a release. "ATF is committed in seeking justice for the fallen hero and we are asking for the public's help to make that happen."

"Sergeant Rose was a beloved and respected member of the law enforcement community," added Kristina Rinaldi, DDR executive director. "His killer must be found."

Those with information can call the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at 1-800-SPEAK-UP or the ATF 1-888-ATF-TIPS (283-8477)