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Man shot by Taylor police appears in court from hospital bed, faces felony charges
By Lauren Kostiuk, Richard Estrada at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
A man shot by Taylor police appeared in court Thursday from his hospital bed.He faces multiple felony charges, including firearm offenses and felonious assault. He’s also linked to two alleged robberies in Ohio.Cizquindrie Smith, 38, was arraigned in 23rd District Court and received a $75,000 cas...
Key takeaway Cizquindrie Smith, 38, was arraigned in 23rd District Court and received a $75,000 cash/surety bond with GPS tether and house arrest conditions.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The shooting of Cizquindrie Smith by Taylor police and his subsequent arraignment from a hospital bed raises concerns about public safety in the Detroit area. With Smith facing multiple felony charges, including felonious assault and firearm offenses, the community is left to wonder about the potential consequences of his actions. The fact that he is linked to alleged robberies in Ohio highlights the regional nature of crime and the need for cooperation between law enforcement agencies across state lines. The Taylor Police Department's disappointment with the $75,000 bond amount set by the court also underscores the challenges of balancing justice with community protection. As the case moves forward, residents of Wayne County will be watching to see how the court handles Smith's case and whether the bond amount will be revisited. The incident also serves as a reminder of the complexities of law enforcement in the Detroit area, where regional crime patterns and interagency cooperation are crucial to maintaining public safety.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? A man shot by Taylor police appeared in court Thursday from his hospital bed.He faces multiple felony charges, including firearm offenses and felonious assault. He’s also linked to two alleged robberies in Ohio.Cizquindrie Smith, 38, was arraigned in 23rd District Court and received a $75,000 cas...
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