Man Accused of Boarding School Bus with Gun Held on $6.6 Million Bond

Court Appearance and Charges

• 🎯 20-year-old David Madison appeared in court facing charges including attempted aggravated kidnapping, terroristic threat of a public institution, and aggravated assault of a public servant.
• ⛓️ He is accused of stalking his ex-girlfriend and boarding her school bus while armed with a gun.

Bond Determination

• 💰 Madison is being held on a $6.6 million bond, a figure contested by both prosecution and defense.
• ⚖️ The prosecution sought $10 million, while the defense argued the $6.6 million bond was excessive for a first-time offender.
• 🛡️ The prosecution emphasized that bond's purpose is community protection.

Precautionary Measures and Next Steps

• 🚫 If bail is made, Madison will be under strict conditions, including no contact with his ex-girlfriend, avoiding schools and bus stops, and wearing an ankle monitor.
• 🗓️ His next court date is scheduled for January 16th.