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Houston Teen Denied Bond in Deadly METRO Bus Shooting Case

KHOU 11January 28, 20261 min3,757 views
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Court Proceedings and Evidence

  • πŸ’” A 17-year-old, identified as Brayden Smith, was denied bond following his accusation in the fatal shooting of a passenger on a Houston METRO bus.
  • πŸ“Ή Dramatic security camera video was presented in court, allegedly showing Smith firing the shot that killed 25-year-old Caitlyn Stoop.
  • πŸ” HPD detectives narrated the events, showing Smith and another teen, 18-year-old Patrick Scott, reaching for weapons after Smith boarded the bus.

Defense and Prosecution Arguments

  • πŸ’₯ Prosecutors claim Smith fired first, hitting Stoop, and that Scott then returned fire, striking a 16-year-old male.
  • βš”οΈ Smith's defense lawyer argued that the teens had a long-standing feud, and Smith perceived Scott as a threat, reacting defensively.
  • πŸ—£οΈ Phone calls made by Smith from jail were played, with detectives stating he had discussed shooting people and
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