Summary
An 18-year-old high school senior named Aundre Matthews has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing his 16-year-old classmate, Andrew Meismer, during a fight at their school in Baytown, Texas. The incident reportedly started over a disagreement about a stolen vape pen, and Matthews is being held with a bond set at $3 million. The prosecution has requested a hearing to argue for denying bond.
Key Facts
- Aundre Matthews, 18, is charged with the murder of his classmate, Andrew Meismer, 16.
- The incident took place at Ross S. Sterling High School in Baytown, Texas.
- The argument reportedly started over a $21 THC vape pen.
- Matthews' bond was set at $3 million; the defense wanted $500,000.
- The judge scheduled a hearing to decide on the request to deny bond completely.
- Witnesses reported seeing a fight and Meismer being stabbed with scissors.
- Matthews claimed Meismer hit him first and that he found the scissors in Meismer's pocket.
- The school district emphasized its commitment to student safety and due process.