A teen who is accused of shooting at Detroit police officers was given a low bond in a move that has outraged law enforcement.
Andre Shontez Lee, 17, is a troubled teen who has been in trouble with the law before. He is accused of firing at a police officer last week on Detroit's east side.
7 Action News reporter Simon Shaykhet made multiple calls and even went to 36th District Court looking for answers.
Magistrate Bari Blake Wood allowed Lee to be arraigned on what Detroit Police Chief James Craig calls an "incredibly low bond" - just $3,000 cash.
Lee is charged with Felonious Assault.
Chief James Craig says it's unfair that some suspects in non-violent crimes routinely see higher bond.
The Chief Judge of 36th District Court, Nancy M. Blount, is responding to criticism and defends the magistrate's ruling.
"In this instance, Felonious Assault is a 4 year felony, and this bond is consistent with the charge. Mr. Lee is not on probation or parole... It was unfortunate that the Chief jumped to conclusions that the magistrate didn't look at factors which include the safety of the public," said the Chief Judge.
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