R. Kelly was in court for his bond hearing, shackled at the ankles and wearing an orange jump suit … and will remain behind bars for the time being.
Prosecutors argued against his release … saying he’s a danger to the community, especially to minor girls. They claim the risk of obstruction is real and ongoing, and also heightened by his fame and power. Prosecutors are also saying he has the “unique ability to influence and intimidate witnesses and victims, and that continues to this day.
” They added an emphatic, “It’s who the defendant is,” after alleging that he’s sexually assaulted the alleged victims hundreds of times. Kelly ultimately pled not guilty and was denied bond.
