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Daniel James Gibson, 26, of Holly, was charged with making a false report or threat of terrorism after allegedly threatening people at Andy’s Place’s Oct. 10 reopening celebration.
Police say Gibson tried to bring alcohol into the event, repeatedly attempted to climb a fence after being removed, and threatened to shoot people while reaching into his backpack.
Officers arrested him near Crapo Park and found alcohol containers and a large knife.
If convicted, Gibson faces up to 20 years in prison and/or a $20,000 fine.
OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. — A man has been charged after he allegedly threatened to shoot people who were celebrating the reopening of a beloved restaurant in downtown Holly.
Daniel James Gibson, 26, from Holly, was charged with false report or threat of terrorism.
On Oct. 10, about 100 people celebrated the reopening of Andy’s Place on Broad Street after a June 2022 fire heavily damaged the restaurant.
–> Beloved Holly restaurant Andy’s Place reopens after devastating fire
According to police, Gibson tried to bring his own alcohol to the event and kept trying to climb over a fence surrounding the celebration after organizers removed him.
Gibson is accused of threatening to “shoot every person in there” or “shoot the place up” while reaching into his backpack. He then walked toward Crapo Park, where responding officers found and arrested him.
During his arrest, police said they found several containers of alcohol and a large knife. No gun was found.
Oakland County Prosecutor Karen D. McDonald said Gibson’s alleged actions, while intoxicated and carrying a weapon, could have caused panic and endangered people at the event.
Gibson was arraigned in court on Oct. 13 and was given a $50,000 bond. He is expected to return to court on Oct. 27 for a probable cause conference.
If convicted, he faces up to 20 years in prison and/or a $20,000 fine.
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