Man accused of police shooting arraigned, bond increased to $175,000
Published: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:55 PM CDT|Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 10:18 PM CDT
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - A Memphis man that was arrested for shooting at Memphis police has now faced arraignment as well as a hefty increase in bond.
Jairo Ponce, 29, exchanged gunfire with police officers which lead to his immediate arrest.
In court, Ponce was arraigned and his bond was increased from $75,000 to $175,000.
In addition to being in police custody, Ponce is facing six charges including carjacking and aggravated assault on first responders.
No word yet on when his next trial date will be.
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