Patrick Clark, the man accused of killing Migos rapper Takeoff, was released from a Texas jail on Wednesday after posting a $1 million bond, according to court records obtained by the Houston Chronicle.
Clark, 33, was arrested and jailed on Dec. 1 in connection with the rapper’s (real name: Kirsnick Khari Bell) fatal shooting at a Houston gathering where a dispute over a dice game erupted into violence. Takeoff was an “innocent bystander” who was not involved in the game or the conflict, according to Houston police. On the other hand, Warrants indicate that Quavo, Takeoff’s uncle and bandmate, played a role in the game and subsequent argument.
Also on Wednesday, Quavo released a touching tribute song to Takeoff, his nephew despite being only four years younger. In 2008, the two formed Migos with fellow rapper Offset.
Clark’s attorneys, who described him as a “self-employed DJ and exotic dancer promoter” known locally as DJ Pat, asked the judge last week to reduce his bail; the request was denied. During a previous bond reduction hearing, the judge determined that Clark is not a danger to the community but may pose a flight risk. According to evidence and testimony presented during the recent hearing, his bond was reduced from $2 million to $1 million after he could not find the cash to cover that amount.
While Clark’s supporters and family claimed they couldn’t afford the $1 million bond, his attorney told XXL that a “concerned citizen and family friend” raised the money.
“Neither Patrick nor his family posted the bond in this case,” said attorney Letitia D. Quinones in a statement to the publication. Patrick’s bond was posted on his behalf by a concerned citizen and family friend who believes in his innocence. Patrick, like any other defendant, is presumed innocent and has the right to bond. He is also required to follow all of the terms set forth by the court. He intends to comply fully and will appear in court whenever the court orders it.
We believe Patrick is innocent, and the evidence will show that at the appropriate time.”
BOOKING PHOTO: Patrick Xavier Clark, 33, charged with the murder of Kirshnik Khari Ball (Takeoff). #hounews
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— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) December 2, 2022
According to court records, Clark is required to wear a GPS tracker and be under 24-hour house arrest as part of his bond conditions. He must avoid contact with other people involved in the shooting investigation, submit to drug testing, and is not permitted to use or possess marijuana, alcohol, or a firearm.
He is scheduled to return to court on March 9.
