Last Friday, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that 28-year-old Darrin Rasheed Martin of Marion pled no contest to multiple felony charges, including assault, a high-speed chase, and possession of a firearm as a felon. He faces 15-30 years for the assault charges and an additional two-year sentence for firearm possession, according to the Department of Attorney General.
The incident occurred on July 10, when Martin fled police across Wexford and Osceola counties after officers responded to 911 calls about an assault, firing at them during the chase. After crashing, Martin attempted to escape on foot, and the Michigan State Police troopers were found justified in their use of force, as reported by the Department of Attorney General.
Attorney General Nessel said, "This dangerous incident could have easily resulted in serious injury and loss of life to law enforcement officers and Northern Michigan residents," and added, "Such acts of violence and reckless disregard for public safety have severe consequences." Martin is scheduled to be sentenced on November 7 by the Honorable Kimberly Booher in the 49th Circuit Court in Osceola County. The case is being handled by law enforcement and the courts, as stated by the Department of Attorney General.
