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CBS News
4 days ago
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Macomb County man reconvicted of shooting, killing his boss
A Macomb County man has been reconvicted in the 2018 murder of his boss in Clinton Township, Michigan. Prosecutors allege that on Jan. 9, 2018, Jerry Motley brought a gun to his job at Reliable Fence in Clinton Township and shot his co-worker, Angelo Micale, twice. Officials say Motley then went to the office of the company's owner, Thomas Badke, and shot him at close range, killing Badke. Micale survived the shooting. On June 20, a jury convicted Motley, 32, of first-degree premeditated murder, going armed with a dangerous weapon with unlawful intent and two counts of felony firearm. A jury rejected Motley's claim that he was legally insane at the time of the shooting. Motley was on trial for a second time after prosecutors said his first conviction was overturned after his defense team was found to be ineffective. "Justice has finally been served. Despite the delays and the defendant's claims of insanity, the jury saw the truth. This was a cold, calculated, and premeditated murder. The verdict reaffirms the strength of the evidence and the seriousness of this crime. I commend our trial team for their dedication to securing justice for the victims and the community," said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido in a statement. Motley will be sentenced on Aug. 7.
CBS News
19-06-2025
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Eminem stalker sentenced to prison for breaking into rapper's home
A Michigan man accused of stalking rapper Eminem and breaking into his Clinton Township home will spend at least 18 years in prison. Matthew David Hughes, 32, of Clinton Township, was sentenced Tuesday to 15 to 30 years in prison for first-degree home invasion and 3 to 7 1/2 years for aggravated stalking. Macomb County prosecutors say the two sentences will run consecutively to each other, and Hughes will serve at least 18 years. Hughes was also ordered to have no contact with Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers. Hughes first broke into the rapper's home in April 2020 and told Eminem that he was going to kill him, according to previous testimony by law enforcement. Hughes was arrested again for being on the rapper's property on Aug. 8, 2024. "No one, celebrity or not, should ever feel unsafe in their own home," said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido in a statement. "This sentence sends a clear message that stalking and home invasion will be taken seriously in Macomb County and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Everyone has the right to privacy, safety, and peace of mind." A jury convicted Hughes on May 7 of first-degree home invasion, aggravated stalking and second-offense habitual offender.
CBS News
17-06-2025
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10 pounds of marijuana, $22K in cash seized from bust of Macomb County hookah shops
The Macomb County Sheriff's Office seized about 10 pounds of marijuana and arrested two people in connection with a drug bust of a pair of hookah and tobacco shops. On Monday, members of the Macomb County Sheriff's Enforcement Team served search warrants at Area 51 Hookah and Tobacco shops in Clinton Township and Mount Clemens, as well as at a home on Holland Avenue in Eastpointe. Authorities say they seized about 600 grams of psilocybin mushrooms, approximately 10 pounds of marijuana, two rifles with magazines, three pistols with magazines and $22,756 in cash, as well as a Jeep Wagoneer and a Chevrolet Silverado. A 44-year-old Eastpointe man and a 33-year-old Clinton Township man were arrested. The two men are lodged at the Macomb County Jail and are expected to be arraigned Tuesday.
CBS News
06-06-2025
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Man found guilty in 2023 fatal stabbing of 60-year-old Michigan woman
A man accused of fatally stabbing a Michigan woman and attacking a man in 2023 was found guilty on Thursday, according to the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office. Shane Burns, 33, of Washington Township, Michigan, was convicted of one count of first-degree premeditated murder, assault, felon in possession of a weapon, two counts of felony firearm, felon in possession of ammunition, disarming a peace officer and carrying a concealed weapon. Burns was also charged as a habitual offender. Macomb County Prosecutor's Office Prosecutors say on May 17, 2023, Burns stabbed 60-year-old Cheryl Ann Parsley, of Clinton Township, and slit her throat in a random attack. The incident happened in a Belle Tire parking lot on Gratior Avenue in Roseville. Authorities say Burns then attacked 42-year-old Robert Baecke Jr., who was waiting at a bus stop on 12 Mile Road and Harper Avenue in St. Clair Shores. Police arrested Burns later that day near Van Dyke and Stephens. The prosecutor's office says that while in custody, Burns began biting his wrist, and a struggle occurred with officers. Authorities say Burns grabbed a knife and began cutting his wrist. A search of his vehicle uncovered a shotgun, a 9mm gun and ammunition. "Today's verdict brings a measure of justice to the victims of this horrific attack. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families, who have shown extraordinary strength. We hope this conviction offers them some solace. I want to thank the investigators, first responders, and our prosecution team for their tireless work. While nothing can undo the harm caused, we remain committed to pursuing justice for all victims of violent crime," said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido in a news release. Sentencing is scheduled for July 24. NOTE: The video above previously aired on May 18, 2023.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- General
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Viral Video of Dads Meeting Their Newborn Captures Hearts Every Pride Month. Here's Where They Are Now
When Ben and Aaron Ptashinsky-Skinner realized what was happening, they reached out, their hands instinctively finding each other's, and steadied themselves. Through the doorway at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Clinton Township, Michigan, a nurse appeared, cradling their newborn daughter, Charlotte. After years of hoping and waiting, the couple of 18 years were finally dads, having grown their family through adoption. The powerful moment, captured on July 28, 2017, has gone viral every year since 2021, when the Ptashinsky-Skinners shared it on social media in honor of Pride Month. In the footage, Ben, 42, breaks down in loud, joyful tears, his emotions raw and overwhelming. Aaron is quieter but no less moved, his gaze fixed on their baby girl; a mix of awe and tenderness softening his features. They lean in together, captivated by Charlotte's tiny presence, before she's placed in Aaron's arms. Neither man can look away. The Ptashinsky-Skinners were caught off guard when Charlotte entered the room. Her birth mother had been rushed into an emergency C-section and they had been anxiously waiting for an update. 'They took our phones, and we just assumed it was hospital policy,' Ben tells 'We had no idea they were bringing her in, and I think that's why it feels so organic.' Ben and Aaron debated whether to share the video on social media because, as Ben explains, 'It's a pretty intimate moment.' Ultimately, however, they hope their experience will inspire others to consider adoption and give the younger generation hope that they, too, can have a future filled with love and acceptance. Charlotte is now 7 years old and just finished second grade in Windmere, Florida. Ben and Aaron, who are often compared to Cam and Mitchell from 'Modern Family,' say Charlotte is a mix of both of them. Ben describes himself as like Cam — expressive, theatrical and always ready with a story. (Fun fact: Ben, like Cam's character, was also a professional clown years before the sitcom even aired!) Aaron, on the other hand, is more like Mitchell: thoughtful, steady and the grounding presence that balances out Ben's' exuberance. There's also a little bit of Charlotte's birth mother in the mix. 'She literally became an amalgamation of all three of us, so it's wild,' Ben says. 'It is definitely nature and nurture.' According to Ben, Charlotte is naturally funny and has 'impeccable' comedic timing. 'But the best part of Charlotte is her heart. She's incredibly caring,' he says. He recalls an instance on a recent cruise. While they were waiting to check into the kids' club, a child behind them was 'crying his eyes out,' scared to be separated from his parents. 'Charlotte looked at him and said, 'Well, why don't you just come with me?'' Ben recalls. 'The boy stopped crying instantly, and they went together into the kids' club. And then I started crying — because, well, I'm emotional. My husband turned to me and said, 'You know? We're doing this right.' There are always these little signs from the universe that we're good parents. And sometimes, you need those reminders.' Aaron often worries about the toll hateful comments on social media might take on Ben. But Ben reassures him. 'I'm like, 'Babe, I'm not reading them,'' he says. 'I'm making content for the kid in Minnesota who's never a seen a family like ours — who's in the closet and terrified to come out to their parents. I want them to see that they're normal. That they can have a beautiful life.' This article was originally published on
