2021 News Archive

Juvenile Charged in Wayne County School Threat Case

Published on December 20, 2021

On Saturday, December 18, 2021, Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged one juvenile respondent. The case involved alleged threats of violence against Trillium Academy, in Taylor, Michigan. WCPO has charged 42 cases since the Oxford School shootings.

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Detroit Mother Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting of Two-Year-Old Son

Published on December 18, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Armonie Cherece Mack, 25, (DOB: 10/15/1996), of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of her two-year-old son.

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Two Juveniles Charged in Wayne County School Threat Cases

Published on December 17, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged two juvenile respondents today. The two cases involved alleged threats of violence against multiple Wayne County Schools. WCPO has charged 41 cases since the Oxford School shootings.

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Juvenile Charged in Wayne County School Threat Case

Published on December 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged one juvenile respondent today. The case involved alleged threats of violence against Detroit Lions Academy. WCPO has charged 39 cases since the Oxford School shootings.

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Four Juveniles Charged in Wayne County School Threat Cases

Published on December 15, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged four juvenile respondents today. The four cases involved alleged threats of violence against multiple Wayne County Schools.

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Six Juveniles Charged in Wayne County School Threat Cases

Published on December 15, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged six juvenile respondents today. The six cases involved alleged threats of violence against multiple Wayne County Schools.

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Detroit Man Charged in Stabbing of DDOT Bus Driver

Published on December 13, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Brandon Marquis Hobson, 39, (DOB: 09/20/1982), of Detroit in connection with the stabbing of a 52-year-old Detroit man.

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Former DPD Sgt. Charged in Embezzlement of Prisoner ATM Card Money

Published on December 10, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged former DPD Sgt. Derek Michael Loranger, 46, (DOB: 09/08/1975), in connection with embezzling money from prisoner ATM cards at the Detroit Detention Center.

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Four Students Charged in Wayne County School Cases

Published on December 10, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged four juvenile respondents today. The four cases involved alleged threats of violence against multiple Wayne County Schools.

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Four Students Charged in Wayne County School Threat Case

Published on December 09, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged four juvenile respondents today. The four cases involved alleged threats of violence against multiple Wayne County Schools.

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Three Students Charged in Wayne County School Threat Case

Published on December 09, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged three juvenile respondents today. The three cases involved alleged threats of violence against multiple Wayne County Schools.

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2021 Wayne County School Threat Letters

Published on December 07, 2021

Prosecutor Worthy has sent the attached letters in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Bengal to school administrators throughout Wayne County at the beginning of each school year since 2018. The Hmong letter was added and distributed in Fall 2021.

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Charges Issued in Seven School Threat Cases

Published on December 06, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged seven juvenile respondents today. Six cases involved alleged threats of violence against a school and one involved possession of a weapon in school.

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Detroit Woman Charged in Kidnapping of Siblings

Published on December 03, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Stephanie Marie Binder, 37, in connection with the kidnapping of an 11-year-old boy, an eight-year-old girl, a seven-year-old girl, and a five-year-old boy, all of Detroit. The defendant and the children are not related.

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Highland Park Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of John O'Leary

Published on November 24, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Sean William Lamoureux, 38, (DOB: 06/27/1983), of Highland Park, in connection with the fatal stabbing of John O'Leary, 67, also of Highland Park. The defendant and the victim were residing together at the time.

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Caregiver Charged in Homicide of Senior Man in Detroit

Published on November 23, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Nassim Moustapha Messelmani, 30, (DOB: 10/30/1991), of Westland, in connection with the fatal shooting of Edward McClendon, 72, of Detroit. Defendant Messelmani was the in-home caregiver for Mr. McClendon.

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Detroit Man Charged in Carjacking & Fatal Shooting of Harper Woods Man

Published on November 19, 2021

On November 17, 2021, Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged Ramone James Conneilies, 27, (DOB:08/01/1994), of Detroit, in connection with the 2013 carjacking and fatal shooting of Altin Avdyli, 31, a well-known owner of the Royal Grill in Harper Woods.

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Statement about Bond in David Hammond's Domestic Violence Arson Case

Published on November 18, 2021

Defendant David Hammond was charged with Second Degree Arson (20 years), Felonious Assault (4 years), and Aggravated Domestic Violence (1-year Misdemeanor). The crimes were allegedly committed between September 20 and September 25, 2020.

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Riverview Councilmember-Elect Charged in Non-Fatal Crash

Published on November 17, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged David Robbins, 34, (DOB: 08/20/1987), of Riverview, in connection with a non-fatal car crash.

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Inkster Man Charged in Caniff Street Robbery and Fatal Shooting

Published on November 15, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Rayquan Ralph Young, 24, (DOB: 07/24/1997), of Inkster, in connection with the robbery and fatal shooting of Khalileo Anderson, 26, of Hamtramck and Deangelique Thomas, 25, of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged In Fatal Car Crash

Published on November 12, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jyon Trayson Nateshun Collins, 18, (DOB: 09/18/2003), of Detroit, in connection with a fatal car crash that killed a six-year-old girl, of Dearborn Heights.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Hit and Run

Published on November 12, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Dajuan Raymond Allen, 31, (DOB:11/19/1990), of Detroit, in connection with a car accident that killed Christopher Savaya, 31, also of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in I-96 Fatal Crash

Published on November 12, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Michael Dewayne Gordon Jr., 21, (DOB: 11/03/1999), of Detroit, in connection with a car crash that killed Gregory Due, 28, of Taylor

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Detroit Man Charged in Multiple Car Thefts

Published on November 12, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Delano Drake, 20, (DOB: 02/02/2001), of Detroit, in connection with a series of carjackings, thefts, and related charges in a 25-count criminal felony information.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Wife

Published on November 03, 2021

On November 2, 2021, Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged Tereyl Devon Coleman, 29, (DOB: 01/28/1992), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of his wife, Raven Coleman, 29, of Clinton Township.

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Westland Man Charged in M-10 Fatal Crash

Published on October 29, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Dale Lamon Good, 42, (DOB: 02/16/1979), of Westland, in connection with a car crash that killed Vanessa Simmons, 46, of Detroit.

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Franklin Man Charged in I-94 Fatal Crash

Published on October 28, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Anthony Dwayne Magee, 43, of Franklin, in connection with a car crash that killed Connor Clancy, 22, of Saint Claire Shores.

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Charges Dismissed Against Cpl. DeBono by 36th District Court Today

Published on October 27, 2021

After the preliminary examination concluded today Judge Roberta Archer did not bind the defendant over on the charges. In dismissing the case, the court ruled that MCL 750.527 applied.

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Detroit Man Charged in Grandville Street Fatal Shooting

Published on October 25, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a juvenile male,17, (DOB: 06/04/2004), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Dajon Williams, 26, also of Detroit.

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Oak Park Woman Charged in Schaefer Double Fatal Car Crash

Published on October 25, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jasmine Tiarra-Marshall Ansley, 25, (DOB: 02/03/1991), of Oak Park, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed Erica Yancey, 38, and Brittany Jones, 28, both of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in Woodward Avenue Fatal Shooting

Published on October 18, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jovin Morice Taylor, 38, (DOB: 03/28/1983), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Lance Sutherland, 34, and an assault of a 36-year-old man, both of Detroit.

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Prosecutor Worthy on the Passing of Colin Powell

Published on October 18, 2021

'This nation has lost a giant, a true patriot, and an icon. Former Secretary of State Colin Powell is the epitome of a life well-lived,' said Prosecutor Worthy.

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Detroit Man Charged in Gas Station Fatal Shooting

Published on October 15, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Christopher Calvin Williams, 19, (DOB:07/30/2002), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Denez Dupree, 43, also of Detroit. The two men were not acquainted with each other.

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Juvenile Charged in School Shooting Threat

Published on September 24, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a juvenile male, age 15, (DOB: 12/20/2005), in connection with threats made against a Taylor High School security guard. He will be prosecuted as a juvenile respondent.

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Taylor Man Charged in Eureka Road Double Shooting

Published on September 24, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Lajohn Esten Washington, 24, (DOB: 01/05/1997), of Taylor, in connection with the fatal shooting of Chevron Lawrence, 28, of Detroit, and the non-fatal shooting of an 18-year-old Taylor man.

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Detroit Man Charged in Non-Fatal Shootings

Published on September 23, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Elijah Copeland, 17, (DOB: 12/04/2003), of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting incident that involved five adults and one child.

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Taylor Woman Charged in Dearborn Heights Fatal Hit-and-Run

Published on September 23, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Ashley Anne Taylor-Baker, 32, (DOB: 10/15/1988), of Taylor, in connection with a hit-and-run accident that killed 42-year-old Rodney Bidwell, also of Taylor.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Five-Year-Old Son

Published on September 21, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Colby Vaughn Hardy, 27, (DOB: 10/14/1993), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of his five-year-old son.

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Roseville Woman Charged with Ethnic Intimidation and Assault on Flight

Published on September 17, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Alexandra Lynn Farr, 39, (DOB: 04/18/1982), of Roseville, in connection with the ethnic intimidation and assault of a 29-year-old African American Muslim woman.

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Detroit Man Charged In Non-Fatal Shooting

Published on September 03, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Michael Watkins, 59, (DOB: 07/08/1962), of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of a 41-year-old Detroit man.

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Detroit Man Charged in Car Crash That Killed Four-Year-Old Boy

Published on August 31, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Abdull Kareem McKinnon, 47, (DOB: 10/27/1973), of Detroit, in connection with a fatal car crash that killed four-year-old Dylan Watts, also of Detroit.

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Detroit Father Charged in Unsafe Storage of Handgun

Published on August 30, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged James Curtis Hill Jr., 53, (DOB: 10/26/1967), of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of his five-year-old son.

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Two Women Charged in Joy Road Fatal Crash Killing Two Detroit Teens

Published on August 27, 2021

On July 21, 2021, Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged Shanaya Latrice Copeland, 17, (DOB: 06/25/04), of Detroit, and Zaria Armonie Hughes, 17, (DOB: 12/30/03), of Oak Park, in connection with a fatal car crash that killed two young women ages 17 and 18.

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Taylor Officer Charged in Assault of Southfield Man

Published on August 25, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Taylor Police Officer Tyler Peake, 23, in connection with the assault of Brendon Morgan, 34, of Southfield.

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Detroit Man Charged with Murder of 20-Year-Old Woman

Published on August 19, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Juma Reeves, 46 (DOB:03/26/1974), in connection with the homicide of Brandy Lashay Nelson, 20, both of Detroit. Ms. Nelson and the defendant had a child in common.

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Hamburg Man Charged in Fatal Car Crash Killing Detroiters

Published on August 19, 2021

Prosecutor Worthy has charged Mitchell J. Dukes, 33 (DOB:11/13/1987), of Hamburg, Michigan in connection with the fatal crash that killed Detroiters Nakia Marie Payton, 39 and Daniel Damon Mixon, 49.

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*Corrected: Romulus Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing

Published on August 17, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Michael David McCarren, 52, (DOB: 03/26/1969), of Romulus, in connection with the murder of Jennifer Leombruno, 43, also of Romulus.

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Detroit Lions Player Charged in Non-Fatal Crash

Published on August 17, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Alexander Deonte Brown, 24, (DOB: 08/30/1996), of South Carolina, in connection with a non-fatal car crash.

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Romulus Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Girlfriend

Published on August 17, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Michael David McCarren, 52, (DOB: 03/26/1969), of Romulus, in connection with the murder of Jennifer Leombruno, 43, also of Romulus. The defendant and the victim were residing together at the time of the incident.

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Dearborn Heights Man Charged with Stealing a Marked Police Vehicle

Published on August 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Peter Michael Oleary*, 43, (DOB: 05/14/1977), of Dearborn Heights, in connection with stealing a marked police vehicle.

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Juvenile Charged in Non-Fatal Shootings

Published on August 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a juvenile male, age 16, (DOB: 06/18/2005), in connection with the non-fatal shootings of a 14-year-old male and two 15-year-old males, all of Detroit.

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Announcing the Brian L. Morrow Community Scholarship Event

Published on August 12, 2021

This Sunday, August 15th, at 2:00 p.m. at 271 S. Main Street in Plymouth, Michigan, Growth Works Cares will recognize the 2021 scholarship awardees A'Niya Scott and Nika Dorsey.

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Detroit Couple Charged in Fatal Shooting

Published on August 06, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Oscar DeAngelo Smith, 31, (DOB: 09/22/1989), and Temmika Burgess, 41, (DOB: 03/11/1980), both of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Michelle O'Neal, 55, also of Detroit.

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Ruling States MI Ethnic Intimidation Statute Includes Transgender

Published on August 05, 2021

The decision and opinion of the Court of Appeals has been released in the "People of MI V Deonton Autez Rogers", Docket No. 346348. The Michigan Court of Appeals (MCA) has interpreted the Ethnic Intimidation statute's use of 'gender' to include transgender.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Colby Millsap and Friend

Published on August 03, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Dangelo Cash Clemons, 29, (DOB: 07/12/1991), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shootings of Larry Brown, 23, and Colby Millsap, 44, also of Detroit.

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Detroit Parents Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting of 4-Year-Old Daughter

Published on August 02, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jesse Briggs, 21, (DOB: 08/16/1999), and Shamira Houston, 21, (DOB: 03/24/2000), both of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of their four-year-old daughter.

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Ann Arbor Man Charged with Using Computer to Coerce Minor Girls

Published on July 30, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Alec Christian Stubs, 23, (DOB: 02/18/1998), of Ann Arbor, in connection with using a computer to commit a crime by accosting minor teen girls for immoral purposes.

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Statement of Prosecutor Worthy on the Passing of Senator Carl Levin

Published on July 30, 2021

'An icon. An innovator. A fighter. A true and genuine public servant.'

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Detroit Teacher Charged in Sexual Assault of Detroit Woman

Published on July 28, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Charles Dunnell, 35, (DOB: 06/09/1984), of Detroit, in connection with the sexual assault of a then 17-year-old woman. The defendant was the teacher of the victim at East English Village High School in Detroit.

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Southfield Man Charged in Coney Island Fatal Shooting

Published on July 28, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged James Dumas, 39, (DOB: 02/13/1982), of Southfield, in connection with the fatal shooting of Denard Richmond, 39, of Detroit.

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Southfield Man Charged in John C. Lodge Freeway Crash

Published on July 28, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Henri Tau Brown, 40, (DOB: 06/16/1981), of Southfield, in connection with the fatal car crash that killed a Michigan State Police (MSP) K-9 and injured a 28-year-old Detroit woman, and a 29-year-old Oak Park woman.

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Detroit Man Charged in Robbery and Sexual Assault of Detroit Woman

Published on July 27, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Lionel Jarvon Wells, 41, (DOB: 08/10/1979), of Detroit, in connection with the sexual assault of a then 17-year-old woman, also of Detroit. The sexual assault survivor, now 24, did not know the defendant.

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Detroit Man Charged in Revere Street Fatal Shooting

Published on July 26, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Bryce Ricardo-Marcell Jester, 32, (DOB:08/08/1988), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Carlton Grenlee, 56, also of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in Washburn Street Fatal Shootings

Published on July 26, 2021

Prosecutor Worthy has charged Gerrod Moses Lark, 22, (DOB: 11/17/1998), of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of a 26-year-old Detroit man and the fatal shootings of Michael Edwards, 31, of Southfield and Devon Cartwright, 28, of Detroit.

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Detroit Mercy Law & WCPO Conviction Integrity Unit Announce New Clinic

Published on July 26, 2021

Detroit Mercy Law and the Wayne County Prosecutor's Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU) are pleased to announce a new collaboration in the form of a Conviction Integrity Unit clinic.

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Detroit Woman Charged in Gas Station Non-Fatal Shooting

Published on July 22, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Artshanel Cierra Surles, 22, (DOB: 03/28/1999), of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of a 27-year-old woman, also of Detroit.

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Taylor Man Charged in Cornell Street Fatal Shooting

Published on July 22, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Eddie Arnold Hicks, 73, (DOB: 01/31/1948), of Taylor, in connection with the fatal shooting of Barry Bellestri, 46, also of Taylor.

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Detroit Man Charged in Banquet Hall Shooting

Published on July 19, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Samuel Spencer Tipton, 30, (DOB: 10/06/1990), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Gains,30, and the non-fatal shooting of five people, all of Detroit.

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Grosse Pointe Man Charged in Dollar Store Robbery and Sexual Assault

Published on July 06, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Antonio Lee Cotton, 34, (DOB: 04/03/1987), of Grosse Pointe, in connection with the armed robbery and sexual assault of a 43-year-old woman and a 56-year-old woman. Both women were employees of a dollar store.

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Detroit Man Charged in Kidnapping of Five-Year-Old Girl

Published on July 05, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Dangelo Cash Clemons, 29, (DOB: 07/12/1991), of Detroit, in connection with the kidnapping of a five-year-old child.

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Detroit Men Charged in Buffalo Street Non-Fatal Shooting

Published on June 28, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged James Milton Jones, 24, (DOB: 05/05/1997), and Sedale Lee Gilliam, 27, (DOB: 05/19/1994), both of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of a 28-year-old man, also of Detroit.

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Inkster Youth Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting of 13-Year-Old Victim

Published on June 28, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a juvenile male, age 16 (DOB:09/20/2004), in connection with the non-fatal shooting of a 13-year-old male, both of Inkster.

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No Charges to Issue Against Westland Former Police Officer

Published on June 24, 2021

Looking at the totality of the circumstances there is insufficient evidence to prosecute this case and the case is denied.

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Two Detroit Men Charged in Fatal Shooting of Toddler on I-75

Published on June 22, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Darius Evonte Lanier, 19, and Eugene Meredith Hubbard, 21, of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of two-year-old Brison Christian, and the non-fatal shooting of his nine-year-old brother BJ, both of Dearborn.

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Flat Rock Man Charged in Murder of Wife

Published on June 21, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Amos Glen Lowe, 37 (DOB: 05//17/1984), in connection with the murder of his wife Christina Ann Lowe, 30. The couple resided in Flat Rock, Michigan.

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Juneteenth Statement of Prosecutor Worthy

Published on June 21, 2021

'It is music to my ears that finally in 2021, it is a national holiday, and everyone is talking about it,' said Prosecutor Worthy.

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Detroit Man Charged in Central Avenue Fatal Shooting

Published on June 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Gabriel Kieshaun Toler, 32, (DOB: 04/26/1988), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Samuel Moran, 46, also of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in Gas Station Assault and Robbery

Published on June 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jamal Tavon Irvin, 24, (DOB: 05/26/1997), of Detroit, in connection with the robbery of a 37-year-old man, also of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in Assault of Pregnant Woman

Published on June 10, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Gerrard Elihu Love, 30, (DOB: 07/26/1990), of Detroit, in connection with the assault of a pregnant woman, 22, also of Detroit. The victim is the estranged girlfriend of Defendant Love.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Homeless Man

Published on June 10, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Cameron Dejuane Leflore, 21, (DOB 05/24/2000), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal stabbing of Gage Wann, 23, who was reported to be homeless.

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Detroit Woman Charged in Longacre Street Fatal Stabbing

Published on June 10, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Damia Imani Foster, 22, (DOB: 12/01/1998), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal stabbing of Charles Glover, 25, also of Detroit. Defendant Foster and the victim have a child in common.

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Keith Appling Charged in Whitcomb Street Fatal Shooting (UPDATE 2)

Published on June 10, 2021

Defendant's Appling and Bannister were arraigned today in 36th District Court. Their Probable Cause Conference is scheduled for June 22, 2021 in 36th District Court before Judge Roberta Archer.

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Detroit Man Charged in Unlawful Imprisonment of Detroit Woman

Published on June 08, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Ryan Jones, 30, (DOB: 06/17/1990), of Detroit, in connection with the unlawful imprisonment of a Detroit woman, 30, (DOB: 11/04/1990), and the abuse of a dog. Defendant Jones and the victim have a child in common.

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Keith Appling Charged in Whitcomb Street Fatal Shooting (UPDATE 1)

Published on June 08, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Keith Damon Appling, 29, (DOB: 02/13/1992), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Clyde Edmonds, 66. The defendant's girlfriend, Natalie Brooks Banister, 30, (DOB: 10/02/1992), of Jackson,was also charged.

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Keith Appling Charged in Whitcomb Street Fatal Shooting

Published on June 08, 2021

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Convenience Store Owner Charged with Assault of Detroit Woman (UPDATE)

Published on June 04, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Bassam Yatooma, 50, (DOB: 07/06/1970), of West Bloomfield,in connection with the assault of Andrea Warren,47, (DOB: 10/08/1973), of Detroit. The alleged incident occurred at his Detroit convenience store.

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Convenience Store Owner Charged with Assault of Detroit Woman

Published on June 03, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Bassam Yatooma, 50, (DOB: 07/06/1970), of West Bloomfield, in connection with the assault of Andrea Warren,47, (DOB: 10/08/1973), of Detroit. The alleged incident occurred at his Detroit convenience store.

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Dearborn Man Charged in Animal Cruelty Case

Published on May 27, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Ali Chehade, 22, (DOB: 04/29/1999), of Dearborn in connection with the killing of a parakeet.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fairview Street Triple Shooting

Published on May 25, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Carlos Jeffrey Anderson, 20, (DOB: 10/16/2001), of Detroit in connection with the non-fatal shooting of 43-year-old Wallace Cranford, and the fatal shootings of 48-year-old Richard Boyd and 28-year-old Tayone Boyd.

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Raymond Gray Enters No Contest Plea to Second Degree Murder

Published on May 25, 2021

Today he appeared by video on YouTube for a court hearing before Judge Margaret M. Van Houten on Case Number 73-001147-01-FC. WCPO was represented by Conviction Integrity Unit Director Valerie Newman, and Mr. Gray was represented by attorney Gabi Silver.

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Two Men Charged in Ashton Avenue Fatal Shooting

Published on May 25, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged David Rashaad McCrackins, 38, (DOB: 07/11/1982) andJason Anthony Coleman, 42, (DOB: 10/06/1978), both of Flint, in connection with the fatalshooting of Anthony Gaskins, 19, of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in Gas Station Triple Shooting

Published on May 24, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Timothy Charles McGhee Jr., 22, (DOB:01/17/1999), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Morgan Dawkins, 19, and the non-fatal shootings of Angel Davis, 19, and Tyree Harris, 28, also of Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in Hull Street Fatal Shooting

Published on May 24, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Derrick Ford, 54, (DOB: 09/17/1966), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of John Corbeil, 43, also of Detroit.

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Raymond Gray Video Court Conference on Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Published on May 24, 2021

On Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. Raymond Gray will appear by video for a court hearing before Judge Margaret M. Van Houten on Case Number 73-001147-01-FC.

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No Charges to Issue in Priscilla Slater Case

Published on May 20, 2021

'I have met with Ms. Slater's sister to explain our decision in this matter. While our thoughts and prayers are with Ms. Slater's family, for the reasons cited no charged will be issued,' said Prosecutor Worthy.

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Juvenile Charged in Mark Twain Street Fatal Shooting

Published on May 18, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a 12-year-old juvenile male, (DOB: 09/06/2008) in connection with the fatal shooting of D'Vonte Relford, 25, of Detroit. He will be prosecuted as a juvenile respondent.

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Redford Couple Charged in Mobile Home Park Shootings

Published on May 18, 2021

Prosecutor Worthy has charged Maurice Ali Crisp, 40, (DOB: 09/12/1980) and Amy Renee Morgan, 40, (DOB: 01/21/1981), both of Redford, in connection with the fatal shooting of Hector Villarreal, and the non-fatal shooting of Michael Acuff, also of Redford.

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Prosecutor Worthy's Statement About Interim Chief James White

Published on May 17, 2021

'I have worked with James White through the years. He is extremely intelligent, competent, and measured.'

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ARTICLE - Prosecuting the Flint Water Case

Published on May 06, 2021

Kym Worthy never thought in law school that she would wind up a prosecutor. Now she's behind one of the most prominent criminal cases against public officials in the country.

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Dearborn Heights Man Charged in Homicide of His Mother

Published on May 06, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Aaron Samir Akel, 45, (DOB: 10/08/1975), of Dearborn Heights in connection with the homicide of his mother, Ibtisam Field, 73, also of Dearborn Heights.

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River Rouge Woman Charged in Fatal Shooting of Ohio Man

Published on May 05, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Theresa Imani Bragg, 30, (DOB: 11/01/1990), of River Rouge, in connection with the fatal shooting of John Laverette, 26, (DOB: 02/19/1995) of Ohio. Mr. Laverette was the estranged boyfriend of Defendant Bragg.

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Dearborn Heights Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of His Father

Published on April 27, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Devon Hackney, 19, (DOB: 08/21/2001), of Dearborn Heights, in connection with the fatal shooting of his father, Alex Hackney, of Romulus.

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Hamtramck Man Charged in Sexual Assault of Detroit Girl

Published on April 26, 2021

On April 20, 2021, Fsle Saoeh, 38 (DOB:01/01/1983), of Hamtramck, was charged with two counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct Fourth Degree by Prosecutor Kym Worthy.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Warren Woman

Published on April 23, 2021

Today Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Bennie James Lane, 21, (DOB: 04/30/1999), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old Warren woman. Jarvis Nathaniel Fisher, II, 18, Patrick White,17,and Jayshun White, 18, were also charged.

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Canton Daughter Charged in Assault of Father with Moving Vehicle

Published on April 21, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jenna Shi, 17, (DOB: 01/08/2004), in connection with assaulting her father, Guangjie Shi, 50, with a moving vehicle. Both parties are Canton residents.

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Detroit Father Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting of 7-Year-Old Daughter

Published on April 21, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Charles Feiler, 50, (DOB: 05/15/1970), of Detroit in connection with the non-fatal shooting of a seven-year-old girl.

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For Detroiters, Conviction of George Floyd's Killer is Deja Vu

Published on April 20, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy's Op/Ed for the Detroit Free Press.

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Prosecutor Worthy on the Verdict in the George Floyd Murder

Published on April 20, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy's statement about the guilty verdict in the George Floyd murder trial.

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UPDATE: Detroit Woman Charged in Carjacking of Postal Service Worker

Published on April 19, 2021

Sadie Lakisha Hawkins was arraigned on April 16, 2021 in 36th District Court and given a $25,000 bond. Her Probable Cause Conference is on May 7, 2021 in 36th District Court before Judge Ronald Giles.

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Detroit Woman Charged in Carjacking of Postal Service Van

Published on April 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Sadie Lakisha Hawkins, 40, (DOB: 06/13/1980), of Detroit, in connection with a carjacking of a female United States Postal Service worker.

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Former Inkster Teacher Charged in Sexual Assault of Minor Girl

Published on April 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Ted Mark Anderson, 61, (DOB: 08/23/1959), of Detroit, in connection with the sexual assault of a minor.

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Inkster Man Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting Incident

Published on April 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged James Lauther Moore, 76, (DOB: 09/27/1944), of Inkster, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of Elisha Parker, 27, of Wayne.

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Lincoln Park Mother Charged in Death of Newborn

Published on April 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Autumn Chenell Tate, 28, (DOB: 06/07/1992), of Lincoln Park in connection with the murder of her newborn child.

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Prosecutors Against Gun Violence Statement on Indianapolis Shooting

Published on April 16, 2021

Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr., and Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer, co-chairs of Prosecutors Against Gun Violence, today released the following joint statement.

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Canton Man Pleads Guilty To Sexual Exploitation of Children

Published on April 08, 2021

Shailesh Patel, 53, entered his guilty plea before United States District Judge George Caram Steeh. A sentencing date has been set for July 20, 2021.

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Hakim Littleton Press Conference Materials

Published on April 07, 2021

Attached you will find the press release for Hakim Littleton, a PDF of the PowerPoint presentation at the press conference, as well as the video that was shown at the press conference.

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Detroit Man Charged With Terrorism Threat Against Detroit Police Chief

Published on April 05, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Bernard Smith, 60, (DOB: 11/07/1960), of Detroit, in connection with making terrorist threats against Detroit police officers.

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Riverview Man Charged with Shooting at Riverview Police Officers

Published on March 30, 2021

On March 30, 2021, Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged Daniel Ireland, 31, (DOB: 05/14/89), of Riverview, in connection with opening fire on two Riverview police officers.

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Detroit Mother Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting of 13-Year-Old Son

Published on March 29, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Brianna Williams, 30, (DOB: 09/18/1990), of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of her 13-year-old son by his 10-year-old cousin.

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Detroit Parents Charged in Non-Fatal Shooting of Three-Year-Old Son

Published on March 29, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Anthony Smith, 32, (DOB: 11/11/1988), and Tenisha Christian, 39, (DOB: 01/08/1983), both of Detroit, in connection with the non-fatal shooting of their three-year-old son.

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Egypt Covington Defendants Bound Over for Trial

Published on March 25, 2021

Today the three men accused of killing 27-year-old Egypt Covington on June 23, 2017, in her home in Van Buren Township were bound over for trial and remanded to jail today by 34th District Court Judge Tina Green.

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Dearborn Man Charged in Hookah Lounge Stabbings

Published on March 24, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a Taha Shitawi, 34, (DOB: 04/07/1986), of Dearborn, in connection with the stabbing of stabbing of five people at a hookah lounge in Detroit.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Shooting at Motor City Casino

Published on March 24, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Nicholas White, 27, (DOB: 04/20/1993), of Detroit, in connection with the fatal shooting of Kermit McCants, 25, (DOB:01/02/1996), of Clinton Township.

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Case Update - Detroit Man Charged in Non-Fatal Crash

Published on March 23, 2021

The defendant was arraigned and given a $2,000 bond and GPS Tether. His Probable Cause Conference is scheduled for March 29, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. and his Preliminary Examination is scheduled for April 5, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. before Judge Roberta Archer.

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Joshua McCormick Charged with Assault with Intent to Murder

Published on March 22, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Joshua McCormick, 21 (DOB:11/21/2000), of Livonia, in connection with a non- fatal shooting of a 38-year-old Detroit man.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Girlfriend

Published on March 19, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Kevin Henry, 50, of Detroit in connection with the fatal stabbing of his girlfriend.

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Livonia Woman Charged with Stealing COVID Vaccines

Published on March 19, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Saeedeh Elahi, 41, (DOB: 01/31/1980), of Livonia, in connection with stealing two syringes of the Moderna COVID vaccine.

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Prosecutor Worthy on Magistrate's Low Bond in McCormick & Jordan Case

Published on March 19, 2021

'It is the responsibility of the magistrate to look at all of the circumstances and set the bond, including an outstanding charge,' said Prosecutor Worthy.

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Inkster Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Brother

Published on March 18, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Roderick Phillips, 50, DOB (06/16/1970), of Inkster in connection with the fatal shooting of his brother, Michael Phillips, 57, (DOB: 09/14/1963), also of Inkster.

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Updated PCC and PE Information for FMJP Johnson Case

Published on March 18, 2021

His Probable Cause Conference was held today, March 18, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. and the Preliminary Examination for the homicide case has been scheduled for April 8, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., before Judge Roberta Archer in 36th District Court.

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Detroit Man Charged in Non-Fatal Crash

Published on March 17, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jean Paul Guerrero, DOB (03/30/1999), of Detroit in connection with a non-fatal car crash.

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Former Treasurer Embezzles Thousands from Metro Detroit AFL-CIO

Published on March 17, 2021

On March 12, 2021, Prosecutor Kym Worthy charged Cathy Gail Long, 61 (DOB:09/08/1959), of Detroit, in connection with embezzling funds from the Metro Detroit AFL-CIO branch and the Laborers International Hall of Fame (LIHOF).

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Wyandotte Man Charged in Fatal Hit and Run

Published on March 16, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Raymond Alkewich, 31, DOB (01/14/1990), of Wyandotte, in connection with a fatal hit and run that killed a pregnant woman, 35, DOB (04/27/1985), of Southgate.

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Detroit Man Charged in Murder of Uber Driver

Published on March 11, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Carlous Skipper, Jr., 25 (DOB:05/14/1996), of Detroit, in connection with the homicide of Yousef Al-Gabri, 43, of Detroit.

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Twin Brothers Charged in Theft of Bricks from Detroit Land Bank Home

Published on March 10, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Leo Sanders, 60 (DOB: 12/13/1961) and Leon Sanders, 60 (DOB: 12/13/1961), both of Detroit in connection with removing bricks from a Detroit Land Bank Authority (DLBA) home.

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Indiana Man Arraigned on Charges of Homicide, Robbery, and Weapons

Published on March 05, 2021

The defendant was arraigned today and remanded to jail in 36th District Court. His Probable Cause Conference is scheduled for March 18, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. and his Preliminary Examination is scheduled on March 23, 2021 at 1:30 p.m., both before Judge Robert.

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No Charges to Issue in Justified Fatal Shooting of James Lukasiewicz

Published on March 05, 2021

No charges will issue in this matter. Officer A's actions were justified. He acted in lawful defense of the stabbing victim in this case.

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Indiana Man Charged with Homicide, Robbery, and Weapons Charges

Published on March 03, 2021

On March 2, 2021, Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy, with the assistance of the Fair Michigan Justice Project (FMJP), charged Diabolique Paris Johnson, 34(DOB: 04/28/1996), of Indianapolis, IN, in connection with a homicide and an armed robbery.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Warren Woman

Published on March 02, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jarvis Nathaniel Fisher, II, 18 (DOB:11/28/2002), of Detroit,in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old Warren woman.

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Grosse Pointe Park KKK Flag Display Warrant Request is Denied

Published on March 02, 2021

After a thorough review of the facts and evidence in this case it has been determined that there is insufficient evidence to charge Ethnic Intimidation or any other charge.

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Canton 14-Year-Old Charged in the Fatal Stabbing of Her Grandmother

Published on March 01, 2021

Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a 14-year- old, (DOB:06/21/2006), girl in connection with the fatal stabbing of her grandmother, Cynthia Mosby, 65, both of Canton. Ms. Mosby had custody of her granddaughter at the time of her death.

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Huron Township Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of His Mother

Published on March 01, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Kalin Karvelis,25 (DOB: 06/08/1995), of Huron Township in connection with the fatal shooting of his mother, Julie Lee Karvelis, 53, and the non-fatal shooting of his father, Victor Karvelis.

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Detroit Man Charged in Fatal I-96 Freeway Shooting

Published on February 26, 2021

Defendant David Easterly, (DOB:08/20/1981), of Detroit, is being charged in connection with the homicide of Bernard Waller, (DOB: 03/04/1989), also of Detroit.

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WCPO Conviction Integrity Unit Grants Relief to Prisoner Kenneth Nixon

Published on February 18, 2021

Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy and the WCPO Conviction Integrity Unit, headed by Director Valerie Newman, granted relief to prisoner Kenneth Nixon, (DOB: 03/29/1986), today at a 1:00 p.m. hearing before Judge Bruce Morrow.

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Detroit Man Charged with Mutilation of a Dead Body

Published on February 15, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Dowan Knighton, 47 (DOB:12/13/1973) of Detroit, in connection with the recently discovered remains of Kayla Pierce, 29, of Livingston County, Michigan.

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WCPO Domestic Violence Unit F.A.Q.

Published on February 11, 2021

Here are some frequently asked questions from our Domestic Violence Unit.

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Melvindale Woman Charged in Murder of Boyfriend

Published on February 09, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Preaija Pope, 22 (DOB: 11/26/1998), in connection with the homicide of her live-in boyfriend Timmy Robinson, 30, both of Melvindale. Her father, Perry Pope, 44 has been charged as an Accessory After the Fact.

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Taylor Man Charged in Fatal Car Crash

Published on February 05, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Noah Damron, 20 (DOB: 02/25/2000), of Taylor in connection with a fatal car crash that killed a 12-year-old girl and injured her 45-year old female guardian, both of Allen Park.

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WCPO Conviction Integrity Unit Grants Relief to Larry D. Smith

Published on February 05, 2021

Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy and the WCPO Conviction Integrity Unit, headed by Director Valerie Newman, are announcing a grant of relief for prisoner Larry D. Smith, (DOB: 08/25/1975), on Thursday, February 4, 2021.

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Det. Man Charged with Armed Robbery & Homicide of Farmington Hills Man

Published on February 03, 2021

Prosecutor Worthy has charged Robert Lee Bailey Jr., (DOB: 05/03/1971) in connection with the September 22, 2020 homicide of a 49-yea-old Farmington Hills man.

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Teens Charged in Homicide of Uber Driver

Published on February 01, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Devin Delon McKee, 16 (DOB: 01/29/04) and Lanyah Quan Brady, 15 (DOB: 06/27/05), both of Detroit, in connection with the homicide of Uber driver Timothy Marcus Perkins, 60, of Southfield.

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WCPO to Dismiss all Cases Issued Under Governor COVID Executive Order

Published on February 01, 2021

As a result of the Michigan Supreme Court ruling that the Emergency Management Act did not authorize Gov. Whitmer to issue or renew any COVID-19 state of emergency orders after April 30, 2020, WCPO will be dismissing all adjudicated and pending cases.

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Detroit Woman Charged with Stabbing Husband

Published on January 27, 2021

Reanetta Moore, 44 (DOB: 11/12/1976), has been charged by Prosecutor Kym Worthy in connection with the non-fatal stabbing of her husband Robert Joiner, 35, both of Detroit.

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Dearborn Heights Man Charged in Murder of Stepbrother

Published on January 21, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jalen Gullatt , 21 (DOB: 05/21/1999), in connection with the homicide of his stepbrother Jeffrey Steen, 23, both of Dearborn Heights.

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Couple Charged in Assault of Spirit Airlines Agents

Published on January 19, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jameel L. Murphy (DOB: 11/04/1990) and Raymonique M. Williams (DOBB: 01/24/1991), both of Detroit, in connection with assaulting two male Spirit Airline workers.

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Statement of Prosecutor Kym Worthy on the Passing of Judge Millender

Published on January 19, 2021

'Pennie was warm, compassionate, and truly believed in the proper administration of justice. She will be sorely missed.'

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Statement of Prosecutor Worthy on the Passing of Judge Isidore Torres

Published on January 19, 2021

Judge Torres was a fearless fighter for civil rights, equality, and especially for his beloved Latino community. There will never be another like him.

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Canton Man Charged in Fatal Shooting Death of 8-Year-Old Son

Published on January 15, 2021

Prosecutor Worthy has charged Nicholas A. Bennett, 33 (DOB: 05/01/1987), of Canton in connection with the fatal shooting of his eight-year-old son.

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Nine Indicted on Criminal Charges in Flint Water Crisis Investigation

Published on January 14, 2021

Michigan Solicitor General Fadwa Hammoud and Wayne County Prosecutor Kym L. Worthy today announced that nine individuals have been indicted on a total of 42 counts related to a series of alleged actions that caused the Flint Water Crisis.

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Wyandotte Man Charged in Homicide of Girlfriend

Published on January 14, 2021

Prosecutor Worthy has charged Charles Whitman, 39 (DOB: 01/31/1981), in connection with the murder of his girlfriend Lina Breen, 55, both of Wyandotte.

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Southgate Man Charged in Murder of Wife

Published on January 12, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Ryan Arthur Hilton, 32 (DOB:11/11/1988), in connection with the fatal shooting of his wife Amanda Marie Hilton. The Hintons were residents of Southgate.

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Detroit Woman Charged In Shooting Of Boyfriend

Published on January 05, 2021

Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Kiantay Lovett-McCall, 27 (DOB: 5/25/1993), in connection with the fatal shooting of her boyfriend Willie Mills, 31, both of Detroit.

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