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Judge Denies Bond for Murder Suspect Facing Death Penalty

2/12/2026

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A judge denied bond for Darron Lee, who faces first-degree murder and tampering with evidence in Gabriella Carvalho Perpétuo's death.
Perpétuo was found dead February 5 with blunt force trauma, multiple stab wounds, and significant facial injuries.
Evidence at the scene indicated a violent altercation with blood throughout the home.
Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty.

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A judge denied bond for Darron Lee, who faces first-degree murder and tampering with evidence in Gabriella Carvalho Perpétuo's death.
Perpétuo was found dead February 5 with blunt force trauma, multiple stab wounds, and significant facial injuries.
Evidence at the scene indicated a violent altercation with blood throughout the home.
Prosecutors plan to seek the death penalty.