Bath Township Break-In Suspect Arraigned on Nine Charges, Including Attempted Murder

LANSING, Mich. (1320 WILS News) — The man shot by police during a series of break-ins in Bath Township last weekend has been arraigned on nine felony charges, including assault with intent to murder.

Michigan State Police have identified the suspect as 27-year-old Bailey Glazier of East Lansing. Authorities say Glazier stabbed a homeowner during the incident and is now being held in the Clinton County Jail on a $1 million bond. A probable cause conference is scheduled for July 31.

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An attorney for Piper claimed the professor had shown “genuine interest,” but denied any romantic intent.

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