MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The two men accused of killing one person and injuring 10 others in multiple shootings in Whitehaven posted bond Thursday, the same day each saw their bond reduced to $25,000 by Judge Karen Massey.
Ladarius Marion and Julius Freeman were indicted for the Sunday morning shootings, and each posted bail Thursday. They await their next court date on March 10 from their homes.
Marion's attorney Leslie Ballin argued that his original bail, which was set at $800,00 was too high. Ballin also argued that Marion acted in self defense, presenting a new video from the shooting in court.
Ballin said he pushed for a lower bond for his client based on the video from the scene of the shooting, which he said showed shots fired in the direction of Marion and shots returned.
This new evidence may also work in Freeman's favor in court.
According to court records, Freeman is charged with facilitating second degree murder and attempting to facilitate murder. Freeman was out on bail for a previous crime when the Whitehaven shootings happened.
The judge reduced both Marion and Freeman's bond, setting the bonds at $25,000 for both.
Freeman is charged with facilitation of second-degree murder, attempted facilitation of second-degree murder, and possession of a firearm in commission of a dangerous felony. According to court records posted Thursday, Freeman was out on bail for a previous charge at the time of this shooting.
Marion was arrested Monday after an arrest warrant was issued for second-degree murder, attempted second-degree murder, possession of a firearm in commission of a dangerous felony, and employment of a weapon during a dangerous felony.
Both Freeman and Marion are due back in court March 10, 2023.
Police responded to a shooting at Live Lounge on East Shelby Drive at 12:43 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023. Two victims were taken to the hospital in critical condition. Five others with less serious injuries went to area hospitals in private vehicles and have since been released from the hospital.
While police were on the scene, they were notified of more shooting victims about a mile away at Shelby Drive and Boeingshire Drive. Investigators said a man died at that scene and three other victims were taken to the hospital in critical condition.
Memphis Police investigators said they are still looking for a third person of interest, and well as a white sedan connected with the shooting. Anyone with information is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.