Judge Grants Bond for Miami Teen Charged with Manslaughter after Boyfriend Stabbed and Killed
17-Year-Old Charged with One Count of Manslaughter with a Deadly Weapon
A 17-year-old girl who was arrested in connection to the death of her boyfriend appeared before a judge on Saturday, charged with one count of manslaughter with a deadly weapon. Jahari Malik’s arrest comes after 17-year-old Yahkeim Lollar was found stabbed in the garage of his apartment building on December 20.
Bond Granted Due to Cooperation and Assistance Provided by Malik
During Malik’s court appearance, her attorneys argued that she should be given bond because she remained at the scene after Lollar was stabbed, called 911, tried to help him, and cooperated with police. The judge granted Malik a $50,000 bond and ordered that she be fitted with a GPS ankle monitor until her next court date.
Family of the Victim Continues to Seek Answers and Justice
Yahkeim Lollar’s family has been vocal about seeking answers and pushing for an arrest to be made. His mother, Nathalie Jean, described her son as being devoted to his family and having a promising future. Last week, after the family protested outside the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office, prosecutors told NBC6 that the matter was under police investigation and they were waiting on additional evidence.
Details of the Incident Released
According to records obtained by NBC6, on January 28, Malik was arrested on a manslaughter charge and transported to a juvenile center. Arrest documents show that Malik was shopping with a friend on December 20 and traveled through a rideshare. The defendant allegedly stated that she carries pepper spray when she uses rideshare, but that day she brought a knife. Records show that after shopping, Malik and her friend called the victim and asked to meet at his residence.
Next Court Date Set for Malik
Malik is expected to appear in court in five days to determine whether she will remain in custody until her trial.
Conclusion
The tragic incident has left the family and friends of Yahkeim Lollar seeking justice and answers. The bond granted to Malik indicates that she is not considered to be a significant flight risk. The case is ongoing, and the court date is expected to shed more light on the incident.
FAQs
Q: What was Malik charged with?
A: Malik was charged with one count of manslaughter with a deadly weapon.
Q: Why was Malik given bond?
A: Malik was given bond because she remained at the scene, called 911, tried to help the victim, and cooperated with police.
Q: What is the next court date for Malik?
A: Malik is expected to appear in court in five days to determine whether she will remain in custody until her trial.
Q: How did the victim die?
A: The victim, Yahkeim Lollar, was stabbed to death on December 20 in the garage of his apartment building.
