Royal Oak man charged for ramming car with infants in Troy

Suspect faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges after alleged incident at Big Beaver and Crooks intersection.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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A criminal case against a Royal Oak man accused of repeatedly ramming a car carrying infants and then fleeing the scene has been sent from Troy's 52-4 District Court to Oakland County Circuit Court. The suspect now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges and remains jailed on a $50,000 bond.

Why it matters

The incident at the Troy intersection highlights ongoing concerns about public safety and the need for accountability, especially when vulnerable individuals like infants are involved. The case is now moving to a higher court, which could lead to stricter penalties if the suspect is found guilty.

The details

According to reports, the suspect is accused of intentionally ramming a car carrying infant passengers multiple times at the intersection of Big Beaver and Crooks in Troy on February 3. The suspect then allegedly fled the scene. He now faces charges including assault with intent to do great bodily harm, child abuse, and leaving the scene of an accident.

  • The incident occurred on February 3 at the intersection of Big Beaver and Crooks in Troy.
  • The case has now been sent from Troy's 52-4 District Court to Oakland County Circuit Court.

The players

Royal Oak man

The suspect accused of ramming a car with infant passengers and then fleeing the scene.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow the suspect out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on Troy streets, and if any special laws are needed to govern incidents involving vulnerable individuals like infants.