An incident in Lorain County, Ohio, escalated when Andrew Davison, a man recently convicted of stabbing another person, violently clashed with deputies in a courtroom. The altercation led to one deputy sustaining serious injuries.
Stabbing Conviction and Sentencing
41-year-old Andrew Davison was sentenced to 15 to 20 years in prison on Thursday for stabbing a man in the face in June 2024. The stabbing took place in a vacant lot near West Avenue and 16th Street in Elyria.
The victim, who was severely injured in the attack, was rushed to University Hospital Elyria Medical Center, where he received treatment for multiple face and head stab wounds. Police located Davison nearby and he admitted to the crime, still carrying the knife.
Violent Outburst in Courtroom
After his sentencing, Davison made a threatening statement in the courtroom, reportedly saying, “I’m not going back to prison again, you’re going to have to kill me.” As he attempted to leave the courtroom, he shoved one of the deputies, leading to a physical confrontation.
A struggle ensued, with punches thrown between Davison, two deputies, and another person present in the courtroom. The fight quickly escalated, and Davison attempted to gouge the eyes of one officer. Deputies used a stun gun to subdue him, eventually bringing him to the ground.
Injuries to Deputy
Lorain County Sheriff Jack Hall confirmed that one of the deputies, Jeff Smith, was severely injured during the confrontation. Smith, a retired police officer who had only been with the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office for two weeks, was hospitalized with four broken ribs and a cracked sternum. As of the latest reports, Smith remains in the hospital recovering from his injuries.
Charges and Future Court Appearance
In addition to the charges for the stabbing, Davison is now facing additional charges stemming from the courtroom altercation, including three counts of felonious assault and one count of resisting arrest. He is scheduled to appear in court again on June 26, 2025, for further proceedings.
The incident highlights the violent nature of Davison’s actions, both during the stabbing and in the courtroom. It also underscores the risks law enforcement officers face when handling violent suspects.
