Man charged in Canton road rage dispute that erupted into shooting at Walmart

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Several charges, including assault with intent to murder, have been filed in the aftermath of a shooting near the Walmart in Canton, Michigan. 

Devonte James, 29, of Van Buren Township, was charged Tuesday, the Canton Public Safety Department said in its report. Arraignment took place with a magistrate from 36th District Court. His next hearing is May 9 at the 35th District Court. 

The six felony charges are as follows: 

  • Assault with intent to murder – life offense. 
  • Assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder – punishable by 10 years. 
  • Assault with a dangerous weapon – punishable by 4 years. 
  • Three counts of weapons felony firearm – punishable by 2 years. 

The shooting happened at about 8:27 a.m. Friday in the parking lot of the Walmart at 45555 Michigan Avenue, Canton. Police related the circumstances as a "road rage dispute that escalated within the Walmart parking lot." 

No injuries resulted. 

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