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Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office
Contact: Dawn Fraylick, Communications Director
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Email: Dawn.Fraylick@macombgov.org
September 16, 2024
Grosse Pointe Man Arraigned for Allegedly Ramming Billboard Box Truck, Case Referred to Macomb County
Mount Clemens, MI - A 36-year-old man was arraigned in connection with crashing into a billboard box truck multiple times.
It is alleged that on Sunday, June 30, 2024, William Michael-Louis Matouk II intentionally drove a Chevrolet Express van into a billboard box truck near Mack Ave. and Vernier Rd. in Grosse Pointe Woods. He allegedly backed up and struck the box truck two more times. Matouk then fled the scene in the van. The driver of the billboard box truck suffered non-life threatening injuries. The Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office identified a potential conflict of interest in this case. It was referred to the Macomb County Prosecutors’ Office to ensure fairness and impartiality.
William Michael-Louis Matouk II was charged with Malicious Destruction of Personal Property, a ten year felony, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, a four year felony, Lying to a Peace Officer, two year felony and Failure to Stop After Collision, a 90-day misdemeanor.
“We take this case very seriously. By allegedly using his vehicle as a weapon, the defendant put lives at risk, and it is fortunate that the injuries sustained were not more severe. We are committed to ensuring justice is served," said Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido.
William Michael-Louis Matouk II was arraigned in Grosse Pointe Woods District Court where District Court Chief Judge Theodore Metry set a $50,000 personal bond. Upon release the defendant is to have no contact with any witnesses, must turn in his passport, and must seek permission before leaving the state of Michigan. No future court dates are scheduled at this time.
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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