The judge maintains the suspect’s bond and raises concerns about the alleged victim’s safety
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – A Yuma man accused of chasing his girlfriend in a vehicle before she crashed into a pole earlier this week is no longer facing a second degree attempted murder. Lorenzo Zavala Jr., 46, appeared in the Yuma County Judicial Court Thursday.
He was taken into custody by the Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) Tuesday morning after responding to the scene at the 8700 block on S. Avenue D. The friend claims Zavala followed her on her way to work when the collision took place.
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Yuma County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO)
Judge Gregory Stewart citing the defense attorney’s concerns about the alleged victim’s safety, noting that this is not the first case of alleged domestic violence between Zavala and the unidentified woman. She remains in a stable condition in the hospital.
Zavala is still in YCSO custody for a $ 100,000 bond. He will appear for a preliminary hearing in court next week.
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