A tragic shooting in Delta Township, Michigan, on February 13, 2026, claimed the life of 3-year-old Harlow and injured three others. Authorities arrested 21-year-old local resident Alexander Lamar Banks Jr., who allegedly drove his vehicle into the family during their walk before opening fire.
Incident Details
Police responded to an active violence call near Green Meadows and Farmstead Lane around 5:30 p.m., finding four victims. Banks reportedly crashed into the family—pushing Harlow in a pink wagon—exited his vehicle, dropped a backpack, and shot at them multiple times, reloading once. A 72-year-old bystander, identified as Barb in a GoFundMe, intervened by distracting Banks, saving two lives but suffering severe head and face trauma requiring brain surgery.
Victims and Heroism
Harlow was pronounced dead at the scene; her parents (37-year-old man and 33-year-old woman) were hospitalized in stable condition. Barb, critically injured after Banks allegedly struck her repeatedly, pulled attention from the mother, who reported him yanking her hair violently. The community has rallied via fundraisers for the victims.
Suspect and Motive
Banks, charged with premeditated murder, three counts of assault with intent to murder, and firearms offenses, claimed online threats forced him to “kill someone to save his family.” He stood mute (equivalent to not guilty) at arraignment and was referred for a competency evaluation; his attorney argues mental incompetence.
Legal Status
Eaton County Prosecutor’s Office authorized charges post-investigation with Michigan State Police assistance. Banks remains in Eaton County Jail; the incident is deemed isolated with no ongoing threat. Security footage and witness accounts support the allegations from court documents.
