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Eastpointe McDonald’s Employee Charged with Murder in Manager’s Fatal Stabbing

Her arraignment on first-degree murder charges with a $25 million bond highlights fast-food security gaps.

Afeni Muhammad was charged with first-degree murder for stabbing her manager at a McDonald's in Eastpointe.
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Overview

  • Afeni Muhammad was arraigned on first-degree murder, unlawful weapon possession and habitual offender charges and is held on $25 million bond.
  • A probable cause hearing is set for July 23 with a preliminary examination scheduled for July 30.
  • The Eastpointe outlet remains closed as franchise owner Yusef Alcodray reviews employee and customer safety measures.
  • Muhammad’s July 9 Instagram video accused manager Jennifer Harris of bullying a day before the July 10 attack.
  • A drive-thru customer fired a warning shot to halt the assault and detained Muhammad until police arrived.