Teen charged as adult for fatal crash during Warren police pursuit

A 16-year-old teenager from Detroit is now facing second-degree murder charges after a high-speed chase with the police resulted in a crash that killed a father of two. The teenager, Daniel Canales, was charged as an adult following the crash that took the life of 28-year-old Alex Habib in July. The incident occurred when Canales tried to flee from law enforcement, leading to a collision at an intersection in Warren. Habib's loved ones are devastated by the loss and have expressed gratitude for the community's support. Canales is currently being held in a juvenile correctional facility, and if found guilty, he could face life imprisonment. This tragic event reflects a worrying trend of police chases in the Detroit area that are ending in crashes, prompting calls for stricter regulations and consequences for individuals who try to escape law enforcement. State lawmaker Rylee Linting has introduced legislation aimed at imposing mandatory minimum sentences for those involved in police pursuits. The case has sparked discussions about the importance of obeying the law and the need to prevent further tragedies. Additionally, a 12-year-old who was in the suspect's vehicle is also facing charges in juvenile court. A fundraiser has been set up to support Habib's family during this difficult time. Canales is scheduled for a probable cause conference on July 28th.