In a significant breach of law enforcement conduct, a Macomb County corrections deputy stands accused of assaulting a jail inmate. The incident, which occurred on September 5, required the inmate to undergo medical treatment, including a head scan and stitches. According to FOX 2 Detroit, the deputy identified as Daniel Gallus is facing charges of Obstruction of Justice, which carries a maximum sentence of 5 years, and Aggravated Assault, a misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year.
During the arraignment at the 41B District Court last Thursday, as detailed by an announcement on the Macomb County Government's website, Magistrate Ryan Zemke set Gallus's personal bond at $10,000. Gallus is scheduled for a Probable Cause Conference before 41B District Court Judge Carrie L. Fuca on October 20.
Discussing these kinds of cases, former Detroit Police Assistant Chief Steve Dolunt highlighted to FOX 2 the investigative process, stating, "Talk to the witnesses, and you’ve got to get statements from both sides and look for conflicting information and again - what is prior history, what is the prisoners history - have there been any other allegations against this corrections officer." This careful review is presumably underway to ascertain the veracity of the charges against Gallus.
Macomb County Sheriff Wickersham, in a written statement, asserted the sheriff's dedication to high standards of professional conduct and ethical behavior. "We are aware of the charges filed against one of our Corrections Deputies," Wickersham told the Macomb County Government, emphasizing their commitment to transparency, accountability, and retaining public trust as proceedings continue. Similarly, Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido assured the community that "in Macomb County, everyone is treated the same under the law."
