Judge denies lower bail for father charged in 12-week-old’s death

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) — An Orrington man accused of killing his 12-week-old daughter will not have his bail reduced.

Shawn Samuels was indicted in January for murder and manslaughter after the infant was found unresponsive.

In January, the judge set bail at $250,000

Monday, the defense argued even $15,000 was unaffordable.

They argued there is a lack of evidence proving Samuels caused the trauma, citing their own consultation with a medical expert.

However, prosecutors argued the opposite, pointing to findings from medical examiners that they say show clear signs of child abuse.

While the judge denied the bail reduction, she did agree to help both sides acquire the necessary medical evidence—including radiology images—for further analysis.