Bond reform: Family of victim in fatal Dallas shooting speaks out after accused killer released

The Brief

  • The family of a fatal shooting victim in Dallas is now advocating for bail reform after her accused killer posted a $500,000 bond.
  • Kendrick Finch is accused of killing Ashlee Long after a confrontation downtown; his defense claims self-defense in the April 5 shooting.
  • Long’s family has created a website to urge Texas lawmakers to change bail laws – a topic already under discussion by Gov. Greg Abbott.

DALLAS The family of a fatal shooting victim in downtown Dallas is joining the fight for Texas bail reform after the suspected killer bonded out of jail.

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Houston realtor Ashlee Long was shot to death while leaving a bar in Dallas on April 5. Now that her alleged murderer has been allowed to post bail, Long’s family is joining Gov. Greg Abbott and other bond reform advocates in seeking changes to Texas legislation.

Kendrick Finch

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