MI Man Uses His 2-Year-Old Son As 'Human Shield' In Police Standoff: Cops

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI — A man is facing multiple charges in connection with a domestic violence incident and using his 2-year-old son as a "human shield" during a standoff with police at a Clinton Township home Sunday, according to the Macomb County Prosecutor's Office.

Dalvin Devonte Brooks, 30, of Clinton Township, was charged with 16 felonies, including seven counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, eight counts of felony firearm, one count each of possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and child abuse and domestic violence, both misdemeanors.

He was placed in Macomb County Jail with a $500,000 bond. If he posts bond, he must wear a steel cuff GPS tether and have no contact with any victims. His next court date is scheduled for Jan. 27.

If convicted on each count, he faces up to 49 years in prison.

Police said Brooks physically assaulted and pointed a gun at the mother of his child during a domestic incident Sunday inside an apartment they share in Clinton Township.

Brooks then picked up their 2-year-old son and held him at gunpoint, according to police.

When Clinton Township officers arrived, Brooks locked himself in a bedroom, "using his 2-year-old son as a human shield and pointing his gun at officers," according to police.

Brooks eventually surrendered and was arrested in connection with the incident, according to police.

Police said the child was not injured in the incident.

"The alleged actions of this individual are reprehensible," Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said. "Such acts of violence are intolerable, and we will pursue justice to the fullest extent of the law to protect these victims and prevent further harm."