Judge Isaf ordered Jesse L. Kollman held without bail on April 14, finding him to be a “real and present threat” to the public following an alleged shooting at White Oak Park in Paris. Kollman faces charges that include hate crimes and attempted murder related to the incident.
The decision to deny bail was made during a hearing where Kollman was granted a public defender. The next court date is scheduled for April 24 at 10:00 a.m.
According to statements made by the State, initial claims from the Kollman brothers and Jaydon Reynolds suggested they were “attacked for no reason by three black guys.” However, evidence and recordings of 911 calls reportedly contradicted these claims.
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All individuals charged are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.
