Editors note: This article contains details that some might find graphic in nature. 5 p.m.:The Bailey familyholds apublic memorial servicefor Tristyn at Celebration Church in Jacksonville. Judge Lee Smith grants a continuance filed by Aiden's attorney, Joshua Mosely, until Feb. 2. The sentencing hearing could involve expert witnesses on both sides. On Friday night, there will be a vigil at 7 p.m. at the amenities center for Trailmark Living, a neighborhood in St. Augustine not far from World Golf Village. Click here to take a moment and familiarize yourself with our Community Guidelines. His girlfriend, whom News4JAX is not naming due to her age, told a detective Fucci had asked her what she would do if he murdered someone. Premeditation was also indicated by statements Fucci reportedly made to witnesses in the weeks leading up to the murderthat he "intended to kill someone by taking them in the woods and stabbing them," Larizza said. SJSO said they would provide an update on the case on Monday, May 10. We treat them as witnesses because thats what he was in the beginning. A knife that had Tristyns blood on it and that investigators said belonged to Fucci. Her family noticed she was missing when her siblings came to wake her up for Mother's Day breakfast and FINANCE. Tristyn was 13 when Fucci killed her in their Dubrin Crossing neighborhood in St. Johns County. He will be housed in the state of Florida. While a motive for killing the 13-year-old cheerleader has never been made clear, friends of Fucci told detectives he owned several knives, and that hed thought about killing someone. Will the Baileys get to address Fucci? Smith was washing blood out of her sons jeans in the bathroom sink. Fucci appeared in court on Friday morning and was denied bond. If you have any information on the whereabouts of this child please contact the St Johns County Sheriff's Office at 904-824-8304 or 911. pic.twitter.com/8Zezo2Qese. Carson added with the technology available to the sheriffs office, detectives would still likely find the evidence they need. Action News Jax is following the case closely and will add new details here as more information becomes available: Families all over were celebrating Mothers Day when the St. Johns County Sheriffs Office announced it was searching for Tristyn. Judge R. Lee Smith said he would allow the trial to be moved from November to February. Fuccis trial is pushed to 2023. This is a cold-blooded murder of a 13-year-old young girl who did not deserve to die, Hardwick said when Tristyns cause of death was first announced. Aiden Fucci to be charged as an adult in murder of Tristyn Bailey. The manner of death is homicide. The state files a motion asking for a six-person jury instead of the usual 12-person jury in Fuccis murder trial. Baileys family attended Thursdays hearing, as they have all of Fuccis court appearances. They were defensive in nature." Copyright 2023 News4JAX.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. RELATED: Could Aiden Fucci, the teen accused of killing 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey, be charged as an adult? Hardwick said it is possible charges against Fucci could be upgraded in consultation with the State Attorneys Office. Smith told Fucci he needs to help his lawyer prepare for the hearing and suggested a mental health expert might be beneficial to his case. Investigators later confirmed that all the blood stains on Fuccis belongings tested positive for Tristyns DNA and that Fuccis DNA was found on Tristyns body. Our goal in any investigation is to ensure proper accountability across the board for successful prosecution., He added, Crystal Smith will be held responsible for her role in this case and justice will be served for Tristyn Bailey and her family.. 2023 www.jacksonville.com. Hardwick called this case cold-blooded murder and said his team of investigators are working around the clock to make sure Tristyn gets justice to bring closure to her family. Left lane blocked due to stalled vehicle on FL-202 Butler Blvd Eastbound at Hodges Blvd. A Florida Missing Child Alert was issued for Tristyn. Shes just always motivated to work harder, the friend said. Larizza declined to answer any questions at the news conference about any evidence of sexual assault in the case whether Fucci or Bailey had any kind of romantic relationship; if the victim may have been restrained in any way; or if there was any evidence of Fucci actively attempting to target any other female for assault. The St. Johns County Sherriff's office believes they found Bailey's body. Hardwick said the investigation doesnt stop with the arrest. Aiden Fucci Aiden Fucci, 14, has been arrested for the second degree murder in the death of Tristyn Bailey. Originally, he was set to be arraigned on June 10. Judgeapprovesindigency motionsfiled on behalf of the parents of the 14-year-old suspect and announces the suspect will be represented by the public defender's office, led by St. Augustine-based attorney Joshua Mosley. At about 6:30 p.m., a diver was seen coming out of the pond holding an item in his hand. He said the Bailey family needs the community's support. 6 P.M. UPDATE: Action News Jaxs Dani Bozzini got to speak one-on-one to St. Johns County Sheriff Robert Hardwick about the latest in the investigation into Tristyn Baileys murder. Surveillance footage and multiple Snapchat videos are among the new evidence released by the State Attorneys Office. THE BODY of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey has been found after a 16-hour search. If you wish to contribute to the cause, click here to access the GoFundMe. ), (Provided by St. Johns County Sheriff's Office/WJXT). Tristyn was last seen early Sunday morning in Durbin Crossing neighborhood. Its unclear when she left her house, but the friend said Tristyn and Fucci, who was 14 at the time, were at the friends house together, and Fucci told investigators he and Tristyn left together just after 1 a.m., walking north along North Durbin Parkway. The motion filed said pretrial publicity has impaired the ability to secure fair and impartial jurors.. Her body was found by a neighbor on May 9 in the woods near her Durbin Crossing home. The family last saw Tristyn around midnight, deputies said. THE BODY of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey has been found after a 16-hour search. St. Johns County Sheriff's Office booking photo of Aiden Fucci, who is being held by the Department of Juvenile Justice. The sentencing phase is expected to last two days. Fucci pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, Fucci has been involved in multiple disturbances, With Fuccis guilty plea making headlines. Aiden Fucci, 14, is in custody and is facing a second-degree murder charge, the sheriffs office announced during a news conference. Im more worried about Tris and her family., UNCUT: Sheriff Hardwicks Monday morning news conference. ST. JOHNS, Fla. Tristyn Bailey is being remembered as a student, athlete, friend, daughter and sister. Hardwick said the Sheriffs Office got word about the search for Tristyn every way it could think of and praised the community for stepping up in a big way. The News4JAX Morning Show team brings you breaking news from overnight -- local, national and international stories, as well as weather and traffic to start your day. "This could have simply been the case of the wrong place atthe wrong time here,' Larizza said in referring to the situation in which the victim found herself in. Fuccis DNA was found on Tristyns body. Parents were also left to face hard questions themselves as they grieved not only the loss of a 13-year-old girl but the shattered peace of their once idyllic neighborhood. Patriot Oaks Academy runs from kindergarten to eighth grade and serves about 1,500 students. Earlier this month, Fucci stunned the courtroom by pleading guilty to first degree murder in the death of his 13-year-old schoolmate, Tristyn Bailey. The Sheriffs Office said these individuals had nothing to do with this incident and thanked the public for the tips they have sent in so far. Aiden appeared before a judge for a first appearance following the announcement that he would be charged as an adult. Asked if Fucci was suffering from any mental health issues or receiving counseling, Larizza said no. Hardwick confirmed that Tristyns body was found by a resident Sunday in a wooded area. Crystal Lane Smith pleads not guilty to a charge of tampering with evidence. She was the life of the party, said Tracie Hartkemeyer, the gym owner. No one thought it would ever be her last. They presented the Bailey family with their own jersey. So, I want to make sure you understand that you have the ability to talk to her and make sure that you let her know if there are any witnesses that youd like called. While he knows there is anger in the community, he urged people not to believe everything they see or hear until investigators review it. Copyright 2023 by WJXT News4JAX - All rights reserved. On Saturday, PDQ restaurants in Julington Creek and Bartram Park are raising money for Tristyns family. With Fuccis guilty plea making headlines, the once quaint Durbin Crossing neighborhood is back in the spotlight for reasons it would rather forget. ", "This is a grieving community and were going to respect our grieving community.". Aiden Fucci appearsin court with a new public defender, Rosemarie Peoples,for a pretrial hearing; the judge sets a trial period of Nov. 7-18. On Tuesday, investigators revealed Bailey had been stabbed to death. Family, friends and neighbors gathered to remember Tristyn Bailey one year after she was killed. During a court appearance in which he appeared virtually, Fucci stared at the ceiling and looked around the empty room multiple times. The suspect and the victim went to school together, but the sheriff's office would not say whether they were classmates at Patriot Oaks Academy. Aiden appears in court. Aiden Fucci, 14, charged with second degree murder in the death of 13-year-old 12:44 a.m.: Investigators search Fucci home, finding a Buck brand knife sheath; a pair of wet, white Nike shoes with blood on them; a T-shirt with blood on it; a white piece of paper with handwriting with possible blood on it; and a pair of wet blue denim jeans in a laundry basket. The list of 22 includes eight minors, four employees of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office and employees of both Fruit Cove Middle School and Patriot Oaks Academy. We will continue to investigate this case fully and will begin transitioning this case to the State Attorneys Office.. Updated story: https://t.co/NaydpPhQ68@WOKVNews @ActionNewsJax pic.twitter.com/tUgAGUXbgw. Tristyn Bailey's body was found next to this retention pond east of Saddlestone Drive. A friend of Baileys said they were in the same tumbling class. She was found wearing black pants and a black shirt. About 10 a.m., the Sheriffs Office said, Baileys family reported her missing. RELATED: Aiden Fucci, accused killer of St. Johns County teen, took Snapchat selfie in police car asking if anyone had 'seen Tristyn lately', RELATED: Arrest report says 14-year-old Aiden Fucci changed story several times, blood found on clothes in bedroom, Monday, 8:30 p.m. the public is invited to South Durbin Amenities Center for a candlelight vigil, RELATED:Deputies: Body found in St. Johns County believed to be missing 13-year-old girl. During a court hearing, Fuccis public defender requests that the trial to be moved to February 2023, as she needs more time to gather witness testimonies. It was an emotional night for the dozens of people who attended the vigil at a Durbin Crossing neighborhood. The purpose of these reports is to synthesize a picture of the defendant's background and circumstances. News4JAX was there when a knife later identified as the murder weapon was found by divers in a nearby pond. However, there are no other suspects connected to her death at this time. This happened just minutes before jury selection was set to begin in his trial. Community memebers helped officials search for the missing teenager for 16 hours. His trial is expected to begin in November. He was a witness to a missing persons case. According to her arrest warrant, Smith was seen on surveillance video inside her house washing Fuccis blue jeans, which later tested positive for blood. According to the St. Johns County Sheriffs Office, the last time Baileys family saw her was about 12 a.m. Sunday. Aiden Fucci, 14, is charged with first degree murder in the stabbing death of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey. The judge will set a sentencing date at this hearing as well. Aiden Fucci pleads guilty in the murder of St. Johns County 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey. We will be sending out further communication soon of how we can assist the Bailey family during this very difficult time., A post shared by iNFINITY ALLSTARS (@infinitycdg), Tristyn was extremely bubbly. I also recognize everyone else needs to grieve through this process like us so I will forward this go fund me started by a family friend, Russell said. Aiden Fucci, 14, was taken into custody overnight and charged with second-degree murder. Monday, that was confirmed. At first, unsubstantiated social media posts led neighbors to believe that multiple teens had been involved. NEW: Updated mug shot of Aiden Fucci following first court appearance on first degree murder charge. Clothing The State Attorneys Office releases dozens of emails sent to the school resource officer as well as St. Johns County Sheriffs Office investigators. Less than an hour later, the Sheriffs Office posted a message to its Facebook page asking the community for help to find the missing teen. MISSING PERSON: 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey MISSING PERSON: 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey (St. Johns County Sheriff's Office). 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