Murder Charge
On August 26, 2011, Crittenton was charged with the August 19 murder of Jullian Jones, a 22-year-old mother of four. Atlanta police indicated that Jones was not the intended target; they believe that Crittenton was targeting a person who robbed him in April 2011. Jones was shot in the leg and died during surgery. Crittenton was arrested by the FBI in John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California on August 29, while waiting to board a flight back to Atlanta. His lawyer stated that Crittenton planned to surrender to authorities in Atlanta upon his return. Crittenton was extradited to Atlanta to stand trial for the murder. He has denied any involvement. Crittenton's bond was set at $230,000. He is currently out on bond.
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