Michigan AG Declines Criminal Charges in Fatal Shooting of John Jenuwine
The Michigan Attorney General's Office has decided not to file criminal charges against Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office deputies involved in the fatal shooting of John Jenuwine in Ypsilanti. The decision was based on the conclusion that deputies reasonably feared for…
Detroit, MI, November 6, 2026 — The Michigan Attorney General’s Office has concluded its review and will not pursue criminal charges against Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office deputies involved in the fatal shooting of John Jenuwine. The incident occurred in Ypsilanti.
According to the Attorney General’s Office, the decision was based on an assessment that the deputies involved reasonably feared for their lives at the time of the shooting. This determination guides the decision on whether criminal charges are warranted against law enforcement officers in such circumstances.
It was noted that no weapon was found in the victim’s vehicle following the incident. The absence of a weapon is a detail that emerged during the investigation.
The family of John Jenuwine, through their attorneys, has indicated their intention to proceed with legal action. Their representatives plan to file a civil lawsuit related to the shooting.
The specifics regarding the date of the incident or the timeline of the Attorney General’s investigation were not provided in the available information. The names of the deputies involved were also not disclosed. The legal proceedings will now likely shift to the civil court system as the family seeks to pursue their case. Further details on the civil litigation are expected to emerge as the process unfolds.
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