Grand Prairie, Texas – Federal authorities have charged a previously convicted felon after investigators say he opened fire on Grand Prairie police officers during a domestic violence investigation that quickly escalated into a dangerous pursuit and armed confrontation.
United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould announced the federal unlawful possession of a firearm charge against Malik Williams following the May 2 incident involving officers from the Grand Prairie Police Department.
“The Chief in Grand Prairie has been a great friend to this office and to our collective efforts in rooting out violent crime in North Texas. I told him when I met with him months ago that we would stand up for the men and women under his charge. Today I’m keeping my promise. We will always go after those who try to intimidate and harm our great law enforcement officers in North Texas,” Raybould said…