Delta County, Michigan. A woman from the Cornell area has been arrested and arraigned on
multiple felony counts related to resisting, obstructing, and assaulting a police officer.
On February 3, 2026, the Michigan State Police (MSP) Gladstone Post received a report
alleging animal neglect involving multiple individuals. Following an initial investigation, a search
warrant was obtained seeking further evidence at a location on County Road 426 in Cornell
Township.
On February 4, 2026, troopers completed a search warrant at the location. Several deceased
animals including cats, rabbits, pigs, and goats were found at the site. Additionally, live animals
in a malnourished and unhealthy condition, including 14 cats, 12 rabbits, and a sheep, were
seized and removed from the property.
While attempting to complete their investigation, a woman on scene began resisting/obstructing
the troopers and refused to follow lawful orders being given to her. The woman then bit one of
the troopers on the wrist. She was informed that she was under arrest, and she continued to
fight with the troopers, including attempting to bite another trooper. She was safely taken into
custody and was then lodged in the Delta County Jail.
On February 5, 2026, 22-year-old Brianna Makosky was arraigned in the 94 th District Court on
three felony counts of resist/obstruct/assault a police officer. Her bond was set at $4,000.00
cash/surety and she is next due in court on February 19, 2026. The defendant is considered
innocent unless proven guilty.
The animal neglect investigation remains ongoing and will be submitted to the Delta County
Prosecutor for review once the investigation is complete. MSP was assisted by the Delta Animal
Shelter.
- Off-grid Yooper runs hidden hot dog stand in the woods - March 5, 2026
- Noem Out as Homeland Security Secretary; Sen MarkWayne Mullin Named as Replacement - March 5, 2026
- Ridge St Closed Due to Commercial Structural Collapse - March 5, 2026
