Judge Dismisses Murder Charge in Case of Detroit Synagogue Leader's Death

Michael Jackson-Bolanos acquitted of premeditated murder; prosecutors plan to appeal dismissal of felony murder charge.

Samantha Woll, president of Isaac Agree Downtown Synagogue, was found stabbed outside her home in October 2023.
Jackson-Bolanos was initially acquitted of premeditated murder but faced a deadlocked jury on felony murder and home invasion charges.
Judge ruled that retrying Jackson-Bolanos on felony murder would violate Fifth Amendment rights.
Jackson-Bolanos remains in prison for lying to police, with an 18-month sentence.
Prosecutors intend to appeal the judge's decision to dismiss the felony murder charge.