During a bond hearing held via Zoom, a Miami-Dade judge assessed the charges against Menelek Emmanuel Clarke, who was shot by police while driving. Despite being hospitalized with serious wounds, he was charged with multiple felonies, including aggravated battery and resisting arrest. However, Judge Mindy Glazer recognized doubts about the charges' validity, ultimately setting a relatively low bond of $8,653. Clarke's attorney contended that his client was not fleeing police, as he was shot while inside his vehicle during a lively festival.
Menelek Emmanuel Clarke was shot by a Miami police officer while on the hood of his BMW, leading to charges despite his hospitalization.
Judge Mindy Glazer questioned the probable cause for several charges against Clarke, including those related to fleeing and eluding.
Clarke's attorney argued that his client was not attempting to evade the police, emphasizing he was shot multiple times rather than fleeing.
The bond set for Clarke was significantly lower than expected after the judge denied the state’s request for pre-trial detention.
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