Orlando Powers, a 37-year-old Black man, was found dead from a gunshot injury on July 11, 2015, in Detroit’s 48227 ZIP code on the city’s west side. Detroit Police responded to a residential scene where officers determined the firearm-related wound was fatal and classified the death as a homicide.

The department opened an investigation but reported limited information about the sequence of events or any motive. The case remained unsolved with no suspects publicly identified and no arrests announced. Authorities and local crime‑solving groups continue to list the death as an open homicide and are seeking witnesses or tips that could advance the investigation.

If anyone knew Orlando, saw activity in that neighborhood on July 11, 2015, or has information that could help identify those responsible, please contact the Detroit Police Department.