Clinton Township resident arraigned in connection with double shooting

CLINTON TOWNSHIP — A Clinton Township man was arraigned July 9 in connection with a shooting that left one dead and one critically injured.

Corey Deyshaun Cook, 24, allegedly shot his mother, Yolanda Cook, 49, and his 27-year-old brother July 5. His mother was pronounced dead at the scene. His brother is currently on life support at a local hospital, according to police and the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office.

Following the shooting July 5, Corey Cook went to the Clinton Township Police Department to report the shooting, according to the Prosecutor's Office. He was detained and officers reportedly found the mother and brother when performing a welfare check.

Corey Cook was charged with first-degree murder, which carries a life sentence without parole. He is also charged with two counts of felony firearm, a two-year mandatory felony, and assault with intent to murder, a potential life felony.

He was arraigned in 41B District Court in Clinton Township by Magistrate Ryan Zemke. Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Patrick Sierawski appeared at the hearing to argue for the highest possible bond. Zemke set bond at $1 million cash or surety.

A probable cause hearing is scheduled for 1 p.m. July 22 in the court of Judge Carrie Lynn Fuca.

“Our office is committed to seeking justice for the victims and their family,” Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido said in a press release. “We will ensure that the accused is held fully accountable for this alleged premeditated act of violence.”

At press time, Cook’s attorney, Robbie D. Lang, had no comment about the case.