Jason Billingsley held without bail in murder of tech CEO, Baltimore rape and arson
In a bail hearing Friday, a judge ruled Billingsley is to remain in jail without bail, with no option for home detention.
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In a bail hearing Friday, a judge ruled Billingsley is to remain in jail without bail, with no option for home detention.
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