A man accused of driving into a family and opening fire, killing a child, faces life in prison without parole after being charged with first-degree premeditated murder Tuesday.
Alexander Banks Jr. appeared in Eaton County court to face 10 charges stemming from what investigators call a deadly attack last week in Delta Township near Green Meadows and Farmstead Lane.
According to investigators, Banks drove into a family out for a walk, got out of his vehicle and began shooting at them. A child died at the scene and three others were injured, including one critically.
Banks was charged with first-degree premeditated murder, which carries a life sentence without the possibility of parole. He also faces numerous assault and weapons charges.
Banks stood mute during his arraignment, prompting the judge to enter a not guilty plea on his behalf. Bond was denied as prosecutors and defense attorneys agreed to send Banks for a competency evaluation.
The competency evaluation puts preliminary hearings on hold until results are returned. The judge set a review hearing for April 20th at 8:30 a.m.
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