Desmond Burks sentenced for murder of Detroit neurosurgeon
Desmond Burks was sentenced to 35-60 years after pleading guilty to second-degree murder and other charges in Devon Hoover's death. More
February 20, 2026
Devon Hoover
Dr. Devon Hoover, a Detroit neurosurgeon, was found murdered inside of his home in April 2023. Desmond Burks pleaded guilty to second-degree murder.
Man pleads guilty in murder of neurosurgeon found dead in his attic
Desmond Burks faces 35 to 60 years in prison for second-degree murder, plus another five years on a weapons charge in the death of Dr. Devon Hoover. More
January 22, 2026
Lover charged with murder of doctor found wrapped in carpet
Police charged Desmond Burks with murder and gun charges for the death of Dr. Devon Hoover, whose body was found in April, 2023. More
August 7, 2024
Investigation into Detroit surgeon’s murder continues months later
Seven months after Detroit surgeon Dr. Devon Hoover was found murdered in his home, his family says they're frustrated by lack of progress. More
November 30, 2023
Person of interest in custody in Detroit neurosurgeon’s death
Detroit police said a person of interest in the death of Dr. Devon Hoover was taken into custody on unrelated charges Friday. More
May 1, 2023