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Chief James Craig responds after terrorism charge dismissed against man who threatened police

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Stuart Lewis sat in a Wayne County courtroom yesterday. while Detroit Police Chief James Craig testified he is a danger to the Detroit police force.

After all, he is accused of spray painting a death threat towards the chief and DPD officers months ago on the side of a building. He faced charges of terrorism.

But Monday, Judge Deborah Langston tossed it out. Saying there was no evidence of intent.

“I believe the threats were real,” Chief Craig said in a Tuesday news conference.

“What message is Judge Langston sending,” he said, implying her decision shows those who make threats will not see real consequences.

“This has a way of empowering suspects who shoot at police officers.”

Lewis was bound over on the other charges and must wear a GPS monitor. But the chief is still concerned for his officers’ safety around Lewis.