SAGINAW, Michigan — A 40-year-old man is facing serious felony charges after allegedly opening fire on two women outside a liquor store, leaving one victim injured, authorities said.
The suspect, Demarius L. Laury, was arraigned Monday in court and charged with:
- Assault with intent to murder
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Felony firearm possession
The most serious charge carries a potential life sentence.
Argument Escalates Into Shooting
According to investigators, the incident happened around 7:15 p.m. on April 1 at Kuli’s Korner on the city’s west side.
Police say Laury got into a verbal altercation with two female customers inside the store. During the dispute, one of the women allegedly punched him in the face.
Prosecutors say Laury then left the store, retrieved a gun from his vehicle, and waited outside.
When the women exited, he allegedly fired multiple shots, striking one of them. Authorities say he then stood over the injured victim before fleeing the scene in his vehicle.
Victim Hospitalized, Second Woman Unharmed
The injured woman was transported to a local hospital in a private vehicle. Officials have not released details about her condition, but confirmed the second woman was not injured.
Arrest and Evidence
Detectives with the Saginaw Major Crimes Unit reviewed surveillance footage from the store, which helped identify the suspect.
The Michigan State Police Emergency Services Team later executed search warrants and arrested Laury on April 2. He remained in custody over the Easter weekend.
Bond Set at $850,000
During arraignment, prosecutors requested a $150,000 bond. However, the judge set bail at $850,000 cash-surety.
Laury is scheduled to return to court for a preliminary examination on April 22.
Rising Gun Violence in Saginaw
Authorities noted the shooting marks at least the 12th nonfatal shooting in Saginaw this year, compared to seven during the same period in 2025.
The incident also occurred just hours after another shooting at a nearby liquor store, raising concerns about increasing gun violence in the area.