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Watch Live: Wayne County Prosecutor Announces Charges In 2 Detroit Metro Airport Crashes

A Mercedes-Benz sedan crashed into the McNamara Terminal building at about 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 23, 2026.

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October 19, 2026 / 10:58 AM EDT

The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office announced on Monday attempted murder charges against both drivers involved in separate crashes into terminal buildings at Detroit Metro Airport in Romulus.

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The cases have been filed in the 34th District Court in Romulus; both men are expected to be arraigned Monday afternoon.

Both incidents occurred earlier this year, one at each of the airport's two main terminals.

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A vehicle crashed into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport on Jan. 23, 2026/CBS Detroit

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