Chrysler Employee Kills Co-Worker then Commits Suicide, Automaker Idles Down Jefferson North Plant

In a developing story, authorities say a Chrysler employee fatally stabbed a male co-worker at the Detroit company's Jefferson North assembly plant at around8 a.m. Thursday.

Detroit police Sgt. Alan Quinn told reporters that the suspect fled the factory and then committed suicide at the Belle Isle Park. The unnamed man is said to have died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Chrysler confirmed the incident in a short press statement:"Two employees were involved in an altercation inside the plant. One employee was stabbed and unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene. The Detroit Police Department is currently investigating."

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Chrysler , Dodge , Dodge Durango , JEEP , Jeep Grand Cherokee , Reports

Jeep to Display Special Edition Versions of Grand Cherokee, Wrangler and Compass in Paris

In view of the lack of any new production or concept models, Jeep's stand at this year's Paris Motor Show will be occupied by the European premieres of three special edition versions, all of which have already been presented in North America.

The most impressive of the three is no doubt the Grand Cherokee SRT Limited Edition available exclusively in a Bright White finish with blacked-out exterior details and Gloss-Black and chromed 20-inch alloy wheels.

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Diesel , Galleries , JEEP , Jeep Compass , Jeep Grand Cherokee , Jeep Wrangler , New Cars , Paris Auto Show

Jeep Introduces New Grand Cherokee Trailhawk and Wrangler Moab Special Editions

A pair of new special edition models equipped with accessories for off-road enthusiasts, the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk and Wrangler Moab, have been added to the Jeep brand's lineup.

The first model is the production version of the Grand Cherokee Trailhawk Concept shown last Spring. Offered with both a V6 or V8, the Trailhawk comes equipped with several capability-enhancing features.

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JEEP , Jeep Grand Cherokee , Jeep Wrangler , New Cars