Fla. teen accused of over a dozen cat killings set for release under electronic monitoring

Teen accused of cat killings set to leave jail

MIAMI — A judge in Miami says a teenager accused of more than a dozen cat killings is “competent” to be released from jail under electronic monitoring.

Tyler Hayes Weinman had already posted bond before Wednesday’s hearing, but the judge would not release him until the 18-year-old’s psychiatric evaluation could be reviewed.

Judge John Thornton ordered Weinman released during a brief hearing. He said the 18-year-old “does not appear at risk of harming himself or others.” Thornton said Weinman would be allowed to attend counseling as recommended by a doctor.

Weinman’s father told TV reporters he is “absolutely sure” his son is innocent.

Weinman is accused of a brutal string of cat mutilation killings that terrorized two suburban Miami communities.