Court Appearance for Woman Accused of Homicide
A 24-year-old woman named Demarius Wade appeared in court for the first time in connection with the death of a 44-year-old man in Milwaukee. Wade is facing charges of second-degree reckless homicide, following an incident that took place in the early hours of July 19th on the city’s south side. Prosecutors allege that Wade struck the victim 22 times in the head, resulting in his death at the scene.
The Incident Leading to the Fatal Beating
According to investigators, the altercation began when Wade witnessed a separate violent dispute between a man and his on-and-off girlfriend in an alley near Eighth and Orchard streets. The woman involved in the initial argument told police that the man had puPrevious Criminal Record
While this incident marks the first time Wade has been accused of killing someone, it is not her first encounter with the legal system. Court officials revealed that Wade has a history of criminal activity dating back several years. In 2015,
During the court hearing, the commissioner set Wade’s bail at $85,000, citing the severity of the crime, her criminal record, and the need to protect the public as factors in the decision. The prosecution argued that a high cash bail was appropriate given the violent nature of the alleged crime and Wade’s previous encounters with the law. The commissioner agreed, acknowledging the gravity of the charges and the potential threat Wade might pose to the community. Wade is scheduled to return to court on August 23rd, where the case will continue to be heard. The upcoming court date will likely involve further examination of the evidence and possibly a determination of whether the case will proceed to trial. Given the seriousness of the charges, the case has drawn significant attention, and it is expected that further details will emerge as the legal process unfolds. The prosecution’s case against Wade rests heavily on the video evidence showing the brutal nature of the attack, as well as the statements from the woman Wade was allegedly defending. The defense, on the other hand, may seek to argue that Wade’s actions were justified as a means of protecting someone else from harm. However, the
Bail and Court Proceedings
Next Steps in the Legal Process
