Sean Higgins — the person accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his little brother, Matthew — made his first look in a New Jersey courtroom on Friday … and he seemed upset to listen to he’ll be spending his upcoming lengthy vacation weekend in jail.
The 43-year-old appeared just about earlier than a decide … after he was hit with two expenses of dying by auto following allegations he drunkenly slammed his Jeep Grand Cherokee into the backs of the Gaudreaus on Thursday evening whereas they had been biking on a small roadway in Oldmans Township.
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Carrying an anti-suicide smock — Higgins initially did not communicate a lot on the listening to … though when he was knowledgeable he would stay behind bars till not less than subsequent Thursday — he appeared dejected.
He leaned again in his chair, closed his eyes … after which let loose a giant breath.
The decide informed Higgins he was required to stay incarcerated ’til late subsequent week … as a result of prosecutors have filed a movement for his pre-trial detention.
“The statutes and court docket guidelines require me to carry you over for a minimal 72 hours earlier than your listening to,” the decide informed him. “As a result of we’ve a weekend and a Monday vacation, 72 hours turns into Thursday.”
Higgins could possibly be seen on digicam then shaking his head that he understood.
On the listening to, Higgins additionally made it identified he intends to rent a personal legal professional to symbolize him within the case. He was then given directions on how greatest to go about that course of from a cell.
He was finally excused from the proceedings after informing the decide he had no additional questions.
As we reported, cops say Higgins admitted to consuming “5-6 beers” earlier than stepping into the accident.
Johnny and Matthew had been on the town to have fun their sister’s marriage ceremony, which was slated to occur on Friday — however was canceled following the tragedy.
Johnny was 31 years outdated. Matthew was simply 29.
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