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Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office
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September 17, 2024
Detroit Man Arraigned for Road Rage Incident, Multiple Shots Fired Hitting Other Driver
Mount Clemens, MI - A 37-year-old man was arraigned in connection with a road rage incident in Roseville.
It is alleged that on Friday, August 30, 2024, Carlos Emanuel Hernandez-Acosta, was driving on I-94 and shot at another vehicle. He continued to follow the other vehicle and fired multiple rounds at the vehicle in the area of 11 Mile and Hayes. The driver of the other vehicle was shot with non-life threatening injuries. After further investigation, it is alleged that Hernandez-Acosta switched vehicles after the incident and drove to work.
Carlos Emanuel Hernandez-Acosta was charged with Assault with Intent to Murder, an up to life felony, Malicious Destruction of Personal Property of $1,000 but less than $20,000, a five year felony, Tampering with Evidence, a four year felony, two counts of Felony Firearm, two year mandatory felonies, Reckless Driving, a 93-day misdemeanor, and Reckless Use of a Firearm, a 90-day misdemeanor.
“This alleged violent and reckless act of road rage put countless lives in danger, and we are fortunate that the victim’s injuries were not more severe. There is no place in our community for such dangerous behavior. Our office will pursue justice to ensure that those who commit these violent acts are held accountable. We are committed to keeping our roads and residents safe," said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido.
Carlos Emanuel Hernandez-Acosta was arraigned in 39th Roseville District Court where Magistrate Metry set bond at $80,000 cash/surety, no 10%. Upon release the defendant is to wear a GPS tether, surrender his passport, and is not allowed to leave the state of Michigan.
A Probable Cause Hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 8:30 am via Zoom and the Preliminary Exam is scheduled for Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 8:30 am by District Court Judge Kathleen Tocco.
The Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office represents the People. We are committed to achieving justice and following the laws of the State of Michigan. All that are accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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