Huron County Jury Convicts Bad Axe Man of Disturbing the Peace

Thursday, 08 January 2026 / Published in News, News Release
Home Invasion
A Huron County jury found a Bad Axe man guilty of disturbing the peace following a jury trial in the 73B District Court.

Huron County Prosecutor’s Office Recognizes January as National Stalking Awareness Month

Wednesday, 07 January 2026 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News, News Release
January is National Stalking Awareness Month. The Huron County Prosecutor’s Office is raising awareness about stalking, supporting victims, and encouraging reporting of this serious crime.

January Is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Friday, 02 January 2026 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News, News Release
Home Invasion
January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Learn the warning signs of trafficking, how to report concerns, and how you can help protect victims in our community. Wear blue on January 11 to raise awareness.

Huron County Prosecutor’s Office Announces Extradition of Jeremy Lee Tonn

Tuesday, 23 December 2025 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News, Traffic Safety
Home Invasion
The Huron County Prosecutor’s Office announces a Huron County extradition involving Jeremy Lee Tonn following a serious injury traffic crash and extradition proceedings from Wisconsin.

Huron County Jury Convicts Bad Axe Man for Retaliating Against a Witness

Thursday, 23 October 2025 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News
Home Invasion
A Huron County jury found Ronald Grady guilty of threatening a witness. Prosecutor Rutkowski emphasized protecting all who participate in the justice system. Sentencing Dec. 15.

Standing With Survivors: Huron County Observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Wednesday, 01 October 2025 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News, News Release
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Prosecutor Timothy Rutkowski and the Huron County Prosecutor’s Office stand With Survivors, Always and remain committed to prosecuting abusers while supporting survivors. Learn how you can help end domestic violence in our community.

Huron County Jury Convicts Pigeon Man of Fourth-Degree Child Abuse

Thursday, 14 August 2025 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News
Home Invasion
A Huron County jury found Russell Alexander Kopah, 77, guilty of Fourth-Degree Child Abuse for placing Murphy’s concentrated floor cleaner in a three-year-old’s mouth. He was acquitted of witness intimidation. Sentencing is set for October 27, 2025.

Credit Card Thief Pleads Guilty in Huron County

Thursday, 17 July 2025 / Published in News
Home Invasion
Ruben Darnell Whimper of Battle Creek pleaded guilty to felony fraud in Huron County. The case, involving over $7,000 in stolen credit purchases, was solved through extensive video review and inter-agency investigation, led by Det. Derek Joy of the Bad Axe Police Department.

Drive-By Shooter Found Guilty in Huron County Court

Monday, 14 July 2025 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News
Home Invasion
Demondre Antonio Williams, 28, was found guilty in Huron County for a 2024 drive-by shooting in Bad Axe, Michigan. He fired 11 shots into an occupied home from a vehicle driven by Jodi Lee Tibbits, mistakenly targeting the wrong house. No one was injured. Williams was convicted on multiple firearm and weapons charges. Sentencing is set for August 25, 2025.

Huron County Jury Convicts Man on Seven Felony Counts Following Violent Home Invasion

Friday, 06 June 2025 / Published in Crimes Against a Person, News
Home Invasion
David Walter Talisman II was convicted on seven felony charges including home invasion, assault, and aggravated stalking after a jury trial in Huron County. Law enforcement and digital evidence played key roles in the swift conviction. Sentencing is set for August 11, 2025.

Prosecutor Rutkowski Urges Huron County Residents to Prioritize Child Safety on National Heatstroke Prevention Day 

Tuesday, 29 April 2025 / Published in News
Home Invasion
Huron County, MI – As summer approaches, Prosecutor Tim Rutkowski is raising awareness about the dangers of vehicular heatstroke and urging all Huron County residents to take preventive measures. In

New Michigan Child Passenger Safety Laws Take Effect April 2

Tuesday, 01 April 2025 / Published in News, Traffic Safety
Michigan Child Passenger Safety Laws
Michigan’s updated Child Passenger Safety Laws go into effect on April 2, requiring children to be properly secured based on age, weight, and height. These new guidelines aim to reduce injuries and fatalities in vehicle crashes. Learn how to keep your child safe on the road. #ChildSafety #MichiganLaws