Published: August 27, 2008 08:00 pm      

Judge keeps child murderer in jail

PONTIAC -- A judge has decided to keep Nathaniel Abraham in jail for violating his bond in a drug case.

Oakland County Circuit Judge Daniel O'Brien on Tuesday denied a request for a new bond by the defense attorney for Abraham. The 22-year-old gained national attention at 11 for fatally shooting a teenager.

Attorney Byron Pitts argued Abraham didn't pose a flight risk despite leaving his house and walking down the block.

Assistant Prosecutor Beth Hand said she agreed with O'Brien's ruling that Abraham lost bond privileges. A message was left Wednesday for Pitts.

Abraham awaits trial on charges of possessing 254 Ecstasy tablets with intent to deliver, a felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison. His next court date is Sept. 22.