PORT HURON, MI — The Port Huron and Detroit communities are grappling with grief following the tragic death of 30-year-old Pett Riley, who was fatally shot Monday afternoon, October 13, 2025, at a Marathon gas station on 1301 Military Street. The devastating incident occurred around 4:31 p.m., leaving family, friends, and neighbors in shock.
According to Port Huron Police Chief Brian Kerrigan, officers were dispatched after multiple 911 calls reported gunfire. When police arrived, Riley was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was quickly transported to Lake Huron Medical Center but was pronounced dead shortly thereafter. A 36-year-old woman was taken into custody without incident and is cooperating with investigators.
The Port Huron Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit is leading the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Officials have not released details regarding a motive or the relationship between Riley and the suspect.
Loved ones remember Pett Riley as a kind, loyal, and caring individual whose energy and smile brightened the lives of everyone around him. His sudden passing has left a void in the community, with heartfelt tributes pouring in from friends and family on social media.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Port Huron Police Department at 810-984-8415 or the Major Crimes Unit at 810-984-5383. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through local crime reporting channels.
The community continues to honor Riley’s memory, remembering a life full of love, laughter, and kindness, gone far too soon.
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