Two individuals have been charged with premeditated first-degree murder following a fatal stabbing at a liquor store in Michigan. The incident occurred on March 10, 2026, just before midnight, when an argument escalated into a deadly altercation.
Details of the Incident
- Bernice Shaneka Chenevert (31) and Cordell Harris (30) got into an argument inside a liquor store.
- During the confrontation, Chenevert allegedly handed a broken bottle to Steven Lewis Hooks (54).
- Hooks then reportedly stabbed Harris in the neck multiple times with the bottle, leading to Harris’s death shortly after at the hospital.
Authorities have confirmed that Harris died from his injuries.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Both Chenevert and Hooks were charged with premeditated first-degree murder. They were arraigned on March 13, with bond being denied for both suspects. They are currently being held in jail while awaiting further legal proceedings.
- Probable Cause Conference: The suspects are scheduled to appear in court on March 23, where a probable cause conference will take place.
- If convicted, each could face a life sentence in prison.
This tragic incident, which began with a verbal argument, ended in a violent death that has left the community shocked. With both suspects facing serious charges, the investigation continues, and legal proceedings are set to unfold in the coming weeks.
