MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – A third teen has been charged in connection with the shooting that happened during the Mall at Partridge Creek’s tree lighting ceremony, which injured a 17-year-old.
The shooting happened near the MJR theater on Nov. 23, 2025, while many families were attending the mall’s tree lighting event and moviegoers were inside the theater.
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According to authorities, gunfire erupted, causing panic as people ran to their vehicles in the parking lot, while others stayed inside the mall for safety.
A 17-year-old from Mount Clemens was shot four times and is said to be lucky to be alive after six surgeries.
About three months after the shooting, two 16-year-old suspects were arrested in connection with the shooting. King Payne and Christian Griffin are facing assault with intent to murder charges as adults.
The judge set a $2 million cash bond for Griffin with conditions including no contact with the victim, no possession of weapons, and house arrest if bond is posted. The judge set a $5 million cash bond for Payne with similar conditions as Griffin’s.
Terrence Janell Brown, 18, was charged on March 16. He faces a charge of accessory after the fact to a felony.
Brown is expected to appear in court on March 23 for a Probable Cause Conference.