""I am finding, by clear and convincing evidence, that there is no less restrictive means at this time to ensure the public safety and to compel court attendance, other than the defendant remaining in custody for now," said Dumas. "I am denying your motion for release today.""
"Amil's attorney, Seth Morris, argued that Amil understood the severity of the charges against him and he had remorse for what happened. Furthermore, he added, Amil is a family man with strong community ties and no criminal history, which makes him unlikely to commit another crime, or attempt to flee the area and avoid prosecution if he were released."
"Morris added that he had found that multiple people had filed restraining orders against Spillman over the last three decades. Amil would not have known this on April 13, however, when he ran over Spillman with his car."
"In court today, Judge Dumas was not convinced by Morris' claim that Amil feared for his life. Even if the 74-year-old Spillman appeared threatening, she..."
Valentino Cash Amil faces murder charges for running over Dannielle Spillman, 74, on April 13. Judge Lianne Dumas ruled he will stay in jail until the preliminary hearing, citing public safety concerns. Amil pleaded not guilty, with his attorney arguing he acted in panic to protect his family. The attorney noted Amil's lack of criminal history and community ties. However, Judge Dumas was not convinced by claims of fear for his life, emphasizing the need for custody to ensure safety and court attendance.
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