On the afternoon of Tuesday, August 4, 2026, officers responding to reports of gunfire on the 500 block of East George Avenue in Hazel Park, Michigan, found 43-year-old Ryan Leslie Adams inside a home with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a nearby hospital and later died; the Hazel Park Police Department has classified his death as a homicide and said they believe he was the intended target rather than a random victim.

No suspects, arrests, or motive have been released and investigators describe the case as active. Adams’ family remembers him as a father, son and brother who loved his son and enjoyed hockey. They say he could be kind and funny despite personal struggles he faced.

Does anyone who lived near East George Avenue or knew Ryan have information that could help investigators?