It’s been reported that Takeoff’s murder suspect Patrick Clark, aka “DJ Pat,” has been released on $1 million bond.
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Takeoff’s Murder Suspect, Patrick Clark, Has Been Released On $1 Million Bond
According to new court documents, Clark — who is the man accused of fatally shooting the Migos rapper in the early morning hours of November 1, 2022 in Houston, Texas — has posted his $1,000,000 bond on Wednesday (January 4).
Prior to Clark’s release, his defense team had repeatedly tried to have his bond lowered, claiming he could not afford to come up with enough cash to gain freedom.
In December 2022, we previously shared that a judge initially ordered for Clark’s bond to be set at $2 million. However, his lawyers argued that the rate was “excessive and penal in nature.”
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After a hearing on December 14, Judge Josh Hill agreed to lower Clark’s bond to $1 million, but that was sufficient for him and his team.
His lawyers tried again to get the number lowered, specifically to $300,000. However, on December 28, Clark’s bond was ordered to remain at $1 million.
Per NBC 2 in Houston, the reason was due to Clark being viewed as a possible flight risk. It was said that he had his passport on him and an itinerary for Mexico when he was taken into custody. Prosecutors also believe that Clark had a plan in place after allegedly committing the crime.
Upon news of Clark’s bond remaining at $1 million, his lawyer, Letitia Quinones, told Rolling Stone, that the team plans to “exercise all legal remedies available by law.” And it appears something must have worked as Clark has now posted his $1 million bond on January 4.
Since the the November 1 killing of Takeoff, full name Kirsnick Khari Ball, Clark has maintained his innocence. However, detectives in Houston claim Clark had a gun in one hand and a wine bottle in the other hand when he was caught on camera firing his weapon.
Law enforcement officials say the bullets that were fired from his gun, allegedly struck Takeoff. Following his release, Clark is now due back in court in March.
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