A Longmont man suspected in the accidental shooting death of a friend will wait another week before he finds out what charges he may face.
Nerrek Galley, 21, appeared in Boulder County Court at the Boulder County Jail on Monday afternoon for a first appearance and bond hearing. Police arrested him after the Friday night fatal shooting of Premila Lal, 18, on suspicion of reckless endangerment, child abuse and providing a firearm to a minor.
Visiting Judge Frederic Rodgers set a $50,000 personal recognizance bond. Prosecutor Adrian Van Nice asked the judge for more time to decide on charges, so Galley will return to court Monday.
According to Lal’s father, Praveen Lal, Galley was staying in a Lal family home. His daughter and 12-year-old nephew sneaked into the house to play a prank on Galley and Premila Lal’s 15-year-old brother.
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