Man who drove into Cook Nuclear Plant barrier officially charged
Posted: Mar 12, 2025 5:19 PM EDT

ST. JOSEPH, Mich. -- The Berrien County Prosecutor's Office confirmed on Wednesday that the man who attempted to drive through a security barrier at Cook Nuclear Plant a week ago has officially been charged.
Twenty-six-year-old Samuel Adams has been charged with:
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Being a prohibited person in possession of a weapon
- Felony firearm
- Resisting and obstructing a police officer
- Aggravated Assault
Authorities say Adams has a pre-exam conference on Friday, March 14 and his preliminary examination will be on Thursday, March 20, unless adjourned on Friday.