HOUSTON – The man accused of fatally shooting a Houston father who was trying to help recover his son’s stolen truck will remain behind bars while his case moves through the court system.
London Hogan, 37, appeared before Judge Te’iva Bell on Tuesday for an 11D hearing in the 339th District Court.
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An 11D hearing allows a judge to determine whether a defendant charged with certain serious offenses should be released on bond or remain in custody while the case proceeds. During the hearing, the judge considers factors including the severity of the charges, the defendant’s criminal history, whether the defendant poses a danger to the public and the risk of fleeing.
After hearing the evidence, Bell denied Hogan bond, meaning he will remain in the Harris County Jail.
Case background
Hogan is charged with the murder of 56-year-old Louis Erebia, who authorities say was shot and killed while trying to recover his son’s stolen truck.
According to investigators, Erebia and his son tracked the stolen vehicle to an apartment complex after using its GPS location. When they confronted the suspects, authorities said Hogan shot Erebia before fleeing the scene.
Erebia died from his injuries.
In addition to the murder charge, Hogan also faces charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon.
The case remains under investigation.