Bond conditions set for man accused in death of Southern University student
Isaiah Smith, 29, was arrested on criminal hazing charges after Wilson died and later bonded out of jail.
During the bond review for Smith on Monday, a judge informed him that he is not allowed to carry a firearm. He is not allowed to speak to any co-defendants in the case. In addition, Smith is not allowed to leave the state of Louisiana. Smith requested permission to leave Louisiana to attend a family member's funeral in California, but was denied that request.
His bond will be revoked if he violates any of these conditions.
Kyle Thurman, 25, was also scheduled for a bond review on Monday, June 2. He has yet to appear before a judge.
A third suspect, Caleb McCray, 23, had new bond conditions set for him on May 29, stating he must wear a phone tracker instead of an ankle monitor. He was ordered not to talk about the case or possess a gun. Meanwhile, the judge allowed him to leave the state. His next court appearance is Oct. 13.
McCray, Thurman and Smith were expelled by Omega Psi Phi.
Wilson was a 20-year-old SU junior and marching band member who died after being punched in the chest at an off-campus fraternity pledging ritual. Police said no one called 911 for help after he collapsed.
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