Detroit (DDN) – Raymonte Darrell Adams, 19, of Detroit, is on trial after an encounter last month in which he reportedly hit and dragged a Detroit police officer with his automobile.
The incident escalated on December 11, 2024, when Adams was discovered parked on the pavement. He disobeyed cops’ commands and drove his vehicle toward them.
Officers attempted to stop Adams, who quickly reversed, damaging another parked vehicle and allegedly driving toward Officer A. In a tense moment, an officer is heard threatening to shoot, eventually firing numerous shots into the car as Adams raced ahead, striking and pulling Officer A. According to FOX 2 Detroit, another cop, known as cop B, fired bullets at the fleeing vehicle from behind.
Officer A and Adams were both reported to have incurred non-life-threatening injuries during the confrontation. Adams has since been charged with numerous felonies, including assault with intent to murder.
Prosecutor Kym Worthy stressed the gravity of the allegations when she announced the charges.
According to ClickOnDetroit, Adams is also facing third-degree flight and evading charges, as well as resisting and obstructing a police officer.
Following his arraignment and preliminary examination, his bond was set with conditions including house arrest until his next court appointment on March 14.
Furthermore, the event is being investigated by a Homicide Task Force made up of Michigan state police, Detroit police, and ATF officers, with the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office awaiting their report to see whether additional charges are required. An administrative review is also conducted to see if the officers followed department policy and training.
Reference: Detroit Man, 19, Charged With Assault on Officer Following Altercation Involving Vehicle
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