Detroit Man Admits Guilt in Murder, Minor Sexual Assault Charges
A Detroit man has admitted guilt in multiple charges including murder and sexual assault involving minors. Jarvis Butts entered a plea during a pre-trial hearing held on Thursday, as confirmed by the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. He is set to be sentenced in March and could face decades behind bars.
Details of the Case
Butts is linked to the tragic death of 13-year-old Na’Ziyah Harris, a teen with whom he allegedly formed a relationship over several months. His upcoming trial is scheduled for early 2025, focusing on Harris’s disappearance.
Additional Criminal Charges
In addition to the murder charge, Butts faces multiple counts of sexual assault involving minors. During his arraignment in September, he was charged in connection with the assault of an 8-year-old relative. The allegations against him date back over ten years and have resulted in several court appearances.
Plea Agreement Details
Butts pleaded guilty to six separate cases. His sentences include:
- Second-degree murder: 35 to 60 years
- Four counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct: 10 to 15 years each
- One count of third-degree criminal sexual conduct: 10 to 15 years
All sentences will run concurrently, meaning he will serve them simultaneously.
Upcoming Sentencing
Jarvis Butts is scheduled for sentencing on March 12 at 12 p.m. The details of his plea and charges have been reported by the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, marking a significant turn in this distressing case.
