Julian Garcia, the man accused of murder in the death of Ezekiel Brown, will stay in jail until his trial, following a pretrial detention hearing on Wednesday. The suspect, who was shot by police during his arrest after attempting to flee, appeared before Judge Matthew Chavez.

The Case Details

Garcia is accused of fatally shooting Brown in September after Brown allegedly killed Garcia’s uncle, James Garcia. Witnesses reported the incident, and prosecutors argued that Garcia’s actions indicated a disregard for court orders. They pointed to an incident in March when Garcia resisted arrest related to this case.

Defense Arguments and Judge’s Ruling

In defense, Garcia’s lawyer contended that he had acted emotionally following the tragic events and noted that he has no criminal history. The defense also pointed out that Garcia’s injuries from the police shooting should allow for conditions of release that ensure public safety.

However, Judge Chavez sided with the state, ruling that Garcia should remain behind bars until trial due to concerns over his compliance with legal procedures.

Ongoing Investigation

Garcia’s case remains a significant matter in Albuquerque, as it involves both a high-profile murder and a police-involved shooting. Authorities continue their investigation as they prepare for the trial.