Three Teens Charged in Assault on Officer at Michigan High School

Three teenagers have been charged after a fight resulted in an injured officer at Lincoln High School in Warren, Michigan on April 22, 2024. The incident left the officer seriously injured and hospitalized.

Danasia Kennedy-Johnson, 18, of Eastpointe, was charged with assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder, assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer causing injury, malicious destruction of property, and disorderly conduct. Xavier Tayvione-Demarr Jones, 18, of Warren, was charged with three counts of assaulting, resisting or obstructing a police officer and disorderly conduct. A 17-year-old juvenile from Eastpointe was also charged after the violent Macomb Co. school fight that injured an officer.

The fight broke out at Lincoln High School as classes were being dismissed for the day. Kennedy-Johnson and Jones were allegedly on school grounds with the intention of fighting a student on a bus. When two Warren police officers attempted to arrest Jones, he resisted, leading to a struggle. The 17-year-old juvenile and Kennedy-Johnson then allegedly assaulted one of the officers, striking her in the head from behind and causing her to fall to the ground.

Why this matters: Violence against police officers is a serious offense that carries significant legal consequences. This incident highlights the importance of maintaining order and safety in schools and the critical role that law enforcement plays in responding to violent situations.

The injured officer, who may have suffered a concussion, was admitted to the hospital in serious condition. She was later released and is recovering at home. "Violence against police officers is unacceptable and will be met with the full force of the law," stated Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido. The three teenagers are facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges in connection with the fight that injured a police officer. The investigation into the incident is ongoing as authorities work to determine the cause of the initial fight at the high school.

Key Takeaways

• 3 teens charged after fight at Lincoln High School injured officer
• Charges include assault, resisting arrest, and property damage
• Officer suffered serious injuries and was hospitalized, now recovering
• Violence against police is unacceptable, will be met with full force of law
• Ongoing investigation to determine cause of initial fight at high school