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Originally Posted by Dan Stokes
Detroit is an interesting town. Many areas are, as described, war zones, and others are great fun and VERY well patrolled. Downtown around Cobo Hall and Joe Lewis is fine. Greektown is one of my favorite places on earth. Other areas not so much. I wouldn't worry about going to the Auto Show or Autorama - but I'd stay in Southfield or Farmington or some such suburb.
Dan
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A lot more goes into any given area than just the area itself - as per the happenstance of a car-jacking. A guy in a very old car with his doors obviously unlocked and driving at a very low speed, may have been oblivious to his surroundings, and perhaps looked very inviting to a passer by on foot. I don't tarry at low speeds with doors unlocked around strangers, for that might invite a car-jacking. Not being aware of one's surroundings can get one in trouble at times, even in an ordinary urban setting. Personally, I've never had any trouble in the weeks and months spent in Detroit when working there. Regardless downtown, Highland Park area or the time I spent in outreaching suburbs. I walk and travel with a purpose, and perhaps that is the reason why - I don't know.