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Welcome to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office. At the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, we are committed to achieving justice for our cities most vulnerable residents. We will work tirelessly to hold offenders accountable, protect victims and we innovate to break the cycle of violence.

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The Wayne County Prosecutor is the lawyer for the people, an elected official who is elected every four years. The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office prosecutes felony cases throughout Wayne County. My staff of over 180 assistant prosecuting attorneys, 24 investigators and 70 clerical and non lawyers support staff prosecute over 52% of all felony cases in Michigan. Forbes Magazine recently named Detroit as the most violent city in America. Our office is one of the 10th largest by case load in America and yet our staff is miniscule compared to offices like Los Angeles who enjoy a staff of over 2,200 or even Philadelphia who employ over 600 people. I am proud of our record and the miracles that we accomplish everyday.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office is to pursue justice, to safeguard the community by demanding accountability for those who commit crimes and to enhance the quality of life by changing the culture of violence.

Third Circuit Court Case Look-Up

The Third Circuit Court is now allowing the public to look up cases on Odyssey. Victims, and others, can check the status of cases at any time after the case has been bound over from District Court to the Third Circuit Court. Access is limited to public cases and does not include suppressed cases.

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News & Events

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Warren Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Detroit Man
Warren Man Charged in Fatal Shooting of Detroit Man
Thursday, October 10, 2024
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jonathan Leeaveret Williams, 31, of Warren, in connection with the fatal shooting of Harmond Ulmer, 31, of Detroit. It is alleged that Defendant Williams worked with the victim.
Adult Designated Juvenile Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Sister
Adult Designated Juvenile Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Sister
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Today, the juvenile was arraigned and remanded on the amended adult designation petition before Judge Sheila Gibson. The next court date is a Preliminary Examination on November 21, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., before Judge Sheila Gibson .
Detroit Teen Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Detroit Man
Detroit Teen Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Detroit Man
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Ahmed Al-Alikhan, 17 years, and 11 months old, of Detroit, in connection with the fatal stabbing of Howard Brisendine, 64, also of Detroit. Defendant Al-Alikhan will be waived and tried as an adult defendant.
DDOT Driver Sentenced in Fatal Crash
DDOT Driver Sentenced in Fatal Crash
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Today, the defendant was sentenced before Judge Lynise Bryant to two years of probation and one year of jail time. The first six months will be served in the Wayne County Jail and the remaining six months will be held in abeyance.
Taylor Juvenile Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Sister
Taylor Juvenile Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Sister
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged a 13-year-old juvenile girl of Taylor, in connection with the fatal stabbing of a seven-year-old girl, also of Taylor. The victim is the sister of the juvenile. The respondent is being charged as a juvenile.
Detroit Man Charged in Multiple Sexual Assaults
Detroit Man Charged in Multiple Sexual Assaults
Friday, September 27, 2024
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has charged Jarvis Ramon Butts, 41, of Detroit, in connection with the sexual assaults of a now 20-year-old woman of Highland Park, and a now 13-year-old girl, of Detroit.
Charges Issue in the Homicide of Na'Ziyah Harris
Charges Issue in the Homicide of Na'Ziyah Harris
Friday, September 27, 2024
Jarvis Ramon Butts AKA Jaris Ramon Butts, 41, of Detroit has been charged with the homicide of Na'Ziyah Harris, who was 13 years old, also of Detroit, at the time of her disappearance on January 9, 2024. The body of Na'Ziyah has not been found.
Detroit Man Arraigned on New Charges in Homicide of 81-Year-Old Man
Detroit Man Arraigned on New Charges in Homicide of 81-Year-Old Man
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Defendant Gilchrist's previous charges of Assault with Intent to do Great Bodily Harm and Aggravated Assault have been amended due to the death of Mr. Kirsch. He has now been charged with Second-Degree Murder.
No Charges to Issue in Wayne State University May 2024 Protests
No Charges to Issue in Wayne State University May 2024 Protests
Monday, September 23, 2024
A review of the facts and evidence including body worn camera (BWC) footage, supports that there is insufficient evidence to prove that crimes were committed. As a result, no charges will issue.
Shooter Acted in Lawful Self-Defense in Eastern Market Fatal Shootings
Shooter Acted in Lawful Self-Defense in Eastern Market Fatal Shootings
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy has determined that no charges will issue against a 40-year-old male shooter* in connection with the fatal shooting of Jalen Welch, 25, and Rayshawn Palmer, 40, both of Detroit.