A Macomb County jury has convicted a Clinton Township woman, Jennifer Hayes, of assault with intent to murder in connection with a July 2024 incident during which she repeatedly stabbed her boyfriend at his home, as reported by ClickOnDetroit. The man sustained 14 stab wounds, including a potentially lethal one to the neck, from which he has since recovered.
The conviction, which transpired following a five-and-a-half-day jury trial that concluded on November 21, carries a grave possible sentence; Hayes could face life in prison for her actions, with CBS Detroit noting Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido's appreciation for the jury's dedication, saying "I thank the jury for their dedication and careful attention throughout a lengthy trial involving extensive testimony and evidence," and underscoring the importance of civilian participation in the judicial process.
Hayes was initially charged with both assault with intent to murder and aggravated domestic violence; though the details surrounding the aggravated domestic violence charge are less extensively noted in the reports, it is a serious allegation meriting a one-year misdemeanor term, according to MLive. Her sentencing is currently scheduled for January 8, 2026, at 8:30 a.m., and will be determined by the Macomb County Circuit Court.
