Toni Fuller, 71
Defendant's mother. Had an active protection order against him at the time of release.
- Original chargeSecond-degree assault on a peace officer, attempted strangulationOctober 9, 2024
- Released$250 cash bailOctober 10, 2024
- 22 days laterMurderNovember 1, 2024
What happened
Police conducted a welfare check after family members could not reach Toni Fuller. They found her dead from blunt and sharp force injuries. Her son Michael, free on $250 bond from his assault-on-officer case, was arrested at the scene.
The release decision
On October 9, 2024, Michael Fuller was charged with second-degree assault on a peace officer, attempted strangulation. District Court Magistrate Jill Sage ordered the release on October 10, 2024. Terms: $250 cash bail. Prosecutors had asked for $50,000 bond with mental health hold. The defendant had 5 prior arrests at the time.
The defendant's record
Active protection order from his mother. Prior arrests for assault and disorderly conduct. Documented history of mental health crises.