A 34‑year‑old resident of Remus, Michigan, was taken into custody on Tuesday after Michigan State Police responded to a call about a volatile property dispute in Broomfield Township. According to a probable cause affidavit, the suspect, Terry Lee Geno, allegedly brandished a baseball bat and threatened his neighbor with physical violence.
The Alleged Threat
Trooper Randy Gariglio arrived on the scene after receiving a dispatch from Isabella County Central Dispatch. Witnesses reported that Geno was heard shouting about "fighting to the death" for his property, and he reportedly entered the neighbor’s yard while wielding the bat. The neighbor, fearing for his safety, complied with police instructions to retreat.
Geno’s mother had previously warned her son against confronting the neighbor, but he ignored the advice and proceeded with the aggressive confrontation. The affidavit notes that Geno explicitly stated he would "fight to the death" if his property rights were challenged, underscoring the severity of the threat.
Legal Proceedings
Following his arrest, Geno was arraigned in the 76th District Court and entered a not‑guilty plea to a single count of assault with a dangerous weapon. The charge carries a potential sentence of up to four years in prison and a fine of $2,000. He is currently being held at Isabella County Jail with a $30,000 bond.
The case is slated for a probable cause conference on Thursday, July 23, where further details of the investigation may be disclosed. Until then, Geno remains in custody, and the legal process will determine the next steps in what began as a neighborhood disagreement.