Michael David Banks, 46, of Terrell, was arrested on September 29, 2026, on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon causing serious bodily injury, according to jail records. The Terrell Police Department made the arrest after an incident reported earlier that morning. Jail records show Banks was taken into custody at about 6:00 a.m.
The charge alleges an assault against a family or household member that involved a weapon and caused serious bodily injury. Police described it as a serious felony charge. Banks was taken to the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office. Total bail was set at $100,000, which has been secured through a surety bond.
No further details about the circumstances of the incident have been released. Banks is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.