Detroit Security Guard Charged After Stabbing
Prosecutors have charged a 25-year-old security guard with assault following a stabbing outside a downtown restaurant.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Violence
Wayne County officials charged Terrion Lee Jett with assault with intent to do great bodily harm after he allegedly stabbed a 43-year-old man. The incident followed an argument inside a Buddy's Pizza location on Broadway.
Why it matters
The charges stem from a physical altercation that escalated from a verbal dispute into a knife-related assault. Authorities are currently processing the case through the local judicial system.
Terrion Lee Jett faces one count of assault with intent to do great bodily harm in the 36th District Court. The legal process is underway following the October 9 incident.
The players
Terrion Lee Jett
The 25-year-old Detroit resident is the suspect facing charges of assault with intent to do great bodily harm.
Wayne County Prosecutor's Office
This local government agency is responsible for initiating criminal charges and representing the state in cases occurring within the county.
36th District Court
This is the local court of jurisdiction for the City of Detroit where misdemeanor and felony arraignments are processed.
The details
Jett allegedly followed the victim out of the Buddy's Pizza restaurant after a 3:45 p.m. argument. He then engaged in a physical fight before using a pocketknife on the victim.
Timeline
The argument inside the restaurant began at 3:45 p.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The stabbing incident occurred outside the restaurant on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The suspect was scheduled to be arraigned on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Legal Context
The charges brought against the suspect follow the Michigan Penal Code Section 750.84 regarding assault with intent to do great bodily harm. This case reflects standard prosecutorial responses to violent altercations in high-traffic urban areas.
The incident occurred in a high-traffic downtown area near Comerica Park, potentially prompting review of security protocols at local businesses. Residents and visitors should remain aware of their surroundings when in the Broadway area.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the volatility that can arise from verbal disputes in public spaces. Individuals should prioritize de-escalation when confronted by aggressive behavior in commercial environments.
Further reading
For more on local safety issues, visit the Detroit Violence section.
