HAMTRAMCK, Mich. (WXYZ) — Hamtramck's mayoral race has a winner — for now. The Wayne County Board of Canvassers recounted the votes Tuesday. Muhith Mahmood demanded a recount.

His opponent, Adam Alharbi, won the recount. Alharbi maintains the victory and his position as mayor-elect.

Watch Darren Cunningham's video report below: Recount affirms Alharbi as Hamtramck Mayor-elect

After about five hours of recounting votes, Alharbi beat Mahmood by 11 votes.

"My opponent had a right for a recount and recount is done. We gained extra five votes. We're back to 11 votes difference, and now I can focus on improving Hamtramck and the challenges ahead," Alharbi said.

Watch our previous coverage before the recount below: Hamtramck mayor-elect certified by 6-vote margin amid ballot controversy

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