The man accused of killing six and injuring 62 when he drove his car into a Christmas parade in Wisconsin appeared before a judge on Tuesday, as the court was told of his lengthy criminal history – and a child was added to the list of victims.
Darrell Brooks Jr. (39), made his first court appearance on Tuesday when the death count rose.
Brooks, wearing a green shirtless vest and rocking backwards in his chair, glancing at the ground throughout the hearing.
According to the court, he was subject to multiple prior violent convictions and charges in three other states. He also had a lengthy time in Georgia custody.
Brooks was repeatedly absent from court appearances. A $5 million cash bail was recommended for Brooks. The court was informed that Brooks was financially insolvent.
Judge said that it was an extraordinary bail amount, however it was an exceptional case.
Brooks was a man who had a long history not adhering to ‘your social norms’ and he stated that the bail was justifiable.
Darrell Brooks, a green vest-clad man in green, enters court on Tuesday.
Brooks, who is wearing a green vest and sitting in the middle of the courtroom is seen here
Darrell Brooks (39), is seen in the November 16 booking photograph, which was provided by Waukesha County Sheriffs Ofice
On Monday items were found in Waukesha’s main street. Investigations continue following the crash of a car into a holiday parade on the previous day, resulting in several deaths and injuries.
Brooks was informed by the families and friends of 60 victims, many including children. They were hit by an SUV while driving through a holiday parade in suburban Milwaukee. Some are still fighting for their lives.
One young girl, who was in a troupe of dancers that were hit by the SUV on Sunday, was captured by cellphone video and informed doctors she needed to be glued back together. According to her GoFundMe fundraising page, which was set up by a close friend.
Amber Konhke, the mother of the little girl, wrote Tuesday afternoon, “No parent or child should suffer such pain and suffering.”
This fundraising appeal details the severity of certain injuries sustained during the incident which has so far left 5 dead and 48 injured.
Jessalyn Konhke, Konhke’s little girl is seen smiling at the camera directly on one GoFundMe account. She’s wearing a matching Santa hat with matching pompoms and sporting a white Santa cap.
This is her standing beside other Waukesha-Xtreme dance girls, in a photograph taken seconds before she was struck.
Oscar Luna, a family friend and fundraiser said that Jessalyn was ‘fighting to save her life’.
Luna stated that she lost one kidney and broke her pelvis, and had damage to her liver, lungs and liver.
Their family will experience “a very difficult holiday season,” he stated.
Luna posted an update Tuesday morning stating that she had only woken briefly Monday.
‘She is not fully aware of the severity of her injuries but managed to say, `just glue me back together,´’ he wrote.
“Only a child can refer to himself as a doll in such circumstances.
Julia was also marched with her dance group and her last name is not given. She suffered from brain trauma following being struck, according to Jen McCarthy, her family friend. Jen created a fundraising page for Julia.
The post states that “Everyone who knows this little girl understands the joy she brings the world.” “She is a beautiful girl with a big heart and a bright smile. She’s loved by many.
Jackson Sparks and Tucker Sparks, brothers, were both hospitalized following being hit by an SUV. According to an online fundraising effort, they are still at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin.
Tucker, 12, has head injuries but is recovering, and Jackson, 8, suffered a more serious brain injury and ‘needs a miracle,’ according to Alyssa Albro, the niece of the boys´ parents, Aaron and Sheri Sparks.
Albro stated that the entire family was devastated.
She claimed that their parents were at their side.
Aidan Laughrin (senior at Waukesha Southern High School) was hurt while performing with the marching bands. According to an internet fundraiser, he suffered fractured ribs.
The organizer wrote that although the family is strong, the journey ahead would be hard, emotionally as well.
Tyler Pudleiner was another member of the band that was injured and underwent two surgeries after Sunday.
Joane Chmiel wrote that Pudleiner has a long road ahead of him. She was one of the two individuals raising funds to support Pudleiner.
Tamara Rosentreter, a Milwaukee Dancing Grannies member, was enjoying what she loves, performing for the audience. When she was hit by an SUV, she lost three fellow dancers.
According to an online fundraising campaign for Rosenstreter’s rehabilitation, the leader of the troupe was the mother of four children and the grandmother of one.
Rosenstreter sent a message, which the organizer replied to. There was a lot of pain. Lots of stitches, broken bones, lots of bumps and bruises. I love and cherish you all.
The woman who prayed at her on the spot ‘to give me peace, comfort and warmth’ was what she described.
She said that it was difficult to comprehend the tragedy and she wished for the families of the victims, their loved ones, and those who were there.
Lucero Isabel Perales claims that several relatives were part of the parade, and were hit by an SUV.
This includes a relative with skull fractures, who is currently in a coma. An uncle underwent six hours surgery to fix a broken leg. Another cousin has bruises on her entire body.
Isabel Perales said, “This was a difficult time for us all, and it was so unexpected,”
On Tuesday, more than $787,000 was raised for 18 GoFundMe pages to help parade victims.
Shawn Reilly, Waukesha mayor, stated that another community fund had already raised over $600,000.
Waukesha County community foundation reported that the fund had grown more than $916,000 to Tuesday afternoon.
Reilly stated that there is so much support.
“It is a comforting feeling to hear that others are supporting your community and caring about you.”