At a Glance
- 22-year-old Zacchaeus Williams shot Michael Sanders on Dec. 31 2025.
- Williams faces aggravated assault, simple assault, reckless endangerment and possession of an instrument of crime.
- He was arrested Jan. 1 2026 and remanded to Bucks County Prison with $500,000 bail.
Why it matters: The shooting highlights rising gun violence in Bucks County during a public holiday.
By Sarah L. Montgomery for News Of Philadelphia
Incident Details
On Wednesday, Dec. 31 2025, officers were dispatched to the Pennsbury Plaza Laundry Zone in Morrisville after reports of a man shot in the leg. The victim, Michael Sanders, was shot outside OMG Seafood and Chicken and taken to a hospital. Surveillance footage showed Zacchaeus Williams in a grey hooded sweatshirt and black hat or ski mask, looking directly at the camera while paying for his order.
Michael Sanders said:
> “Ay yo”
Brown said:
> “After the shooting, I saw him run toward a nearby laundry mat.”
Charges and Arrest
- Aggravated assault
- Simple assault
- Reckless endangerment
- Possession of an instrument of crime
The complaint also noted that a receipt with Williams’ phone number helped identify him. Williams was arrested Jan. 1 2026 at the Alexandria Apartments parking lot and was remanded to Bucks County Prison with $500,000 bail.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | Shooting at OMG Seafood and Chicken |
| Jan 1 2026 | Arrest and remand to Bucks County Prison |
Key Takeaways
- A 22-year-old was charged with multiple felonies after shooting a man on New Year’s Eve.
- The incident was captured on surveillance and identified by a receipt.
- Williams is now in custody with a $500,000 bail set.
The case underscores the ongoing need for community safety measures during holiday celebrations.
