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JAN 10, 2020
Maleah Davis' father attacks suspect in his daughter's death during court hearing
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Derion Vence, who was charged with tampering with evidence in connection with the death of Maleah Davis, was in family court Friday to sign away his parental rights to Maleah's half-brother.

Before the court proceedings began, witnesses say Vence and Craig Davis, the father, exchanged either words or looks.

Witnesses say Davis then jumped across several tables and attacked Vence who was handcuffed and sitting in the jury box of the court room.

Vence apparently did not want to press charges so no charges will be filed against Davis.

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[PommyMommy]

Ivory Hecker FOX 26 on Twitter
Cousins of 4-year-old Maleah Davis showed solidarity for her in criminal court today—a day when Derion Vence was supposed to have an appearance, but the court date was reset again, this time for April 1st. Their shirts have photoshopped image of Maleah’s mom in jail suit

10:08 AM - 22 Jan 2020 from Houston, TX

 

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JAN 29, 2020
Parents of Maleah Davis in custody battle over her 6-year-old brother
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According to testimony, Maleah’s mom, Brittany Bowens, who has undergone extensive psychological assessments at the request of CPS, is in counseling and she’s asking for her mother to get custody of her 6-year-old son.

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Bowens’attorney says Davis tested positive for marijuana last year, hasn’t consistently paid child support and should not get custody.

Davis’ attorney Julie Ketterman says he is negative for current drug use and Ketterman says Maleah suffered such a traumatic brain injury in 2018 she had to have a portion of her skull removed during the time she, her mom, her brothers and Derion Vince lived with the maternal grandmother.

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Brittany Bowens’ younger son with Derion Vince lives with Vince’s mom.

 

[PommyMommy]

JAN 30, 2020
Maleah Davis’ father loses battle for custody of her brother
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Attorneys for Bowen described her as a loving caring grandmother who has a stable home and is financially capable of caring for Maleah's 6-year-old brother.

That's something they say Craig Davis is not able to do. Davis was thrown out of the courtroom by the judge Thursday afternoon when he yelled an obscenity at the grandmother's attorney who said he had no idea how to be a dad.

Davis's attorney Julie Ketterman told jurors Bowen knew about Maleah's head injuries and other instances of abuse.

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"Both Brittany and Brenda Bowen are still both persons of interest in the criminal investigation," Ketterman said. "So we could be back here sooner rather than later."

An attorney representing the 6-year-old boy and an attorney representing CPS also wanted the grandmother to have custody of Maleah's brother.

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[PommyMommy]

FEB 6, 2020
Remembering Maleah Davis: Father plans pink, bubble-themed birthday to celebrate daughter
Thursday would have been Maleah Davis’ fifth birthday.

To celebrate her life, Craig, the little girl’s biological father, is throwing a party Saturday at 3 p.m. at Sunnyside Park, 3502 Bellfort St.

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Anyone who wants to go celebrate Maleah is asked to wear pink and bring lots of bubbles and love. Craig also asked that no one bring balloons because they are not permitted at Houston Public Parks.

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[PommyMommy]

Pooja Lodhia on Twitter
Celebrate the life of this angel. Here's how Maleah Davis' father wants the community to honor her this weekend: https://abc13.com/5910298

9:06 AM - 8 Feb 2020 from Houston, TX

Erica Simon on Twitter
Maleah Davis’ father is asking folks to come out and celebrate her would-be 5th Birthday. They’re having a party at Sunnyside Park today at 3 p.m. Wear pink and bring bubbles. Reminder: balloons aren’t allowed in city parks.

10:09 AM - 8 Feb 2020

FEB 8, 2020
Maleah Davis’s Birthday Celebration

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DEC 18, 2020
These are the bond conditions set for the man accused in Maleah Davis’ death (click2houston.com)
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As part of Vence’s bond conditions, the state requested that he have no contact with Brittany Bowens, the mother of Maleah Davis, or any member of the Davis family, as well as any children under the age of 17. He must submit to random drug testing and wear a GPS monitor. The defense argued that was “overkill,” but the judge allowed it.

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Vence’s bond is set at $90,000 for both charges. He agreed to the conditions and kept his head down as he was lead out of the courtroom.

 

[PommyMommy]

DEC 18, 2020
Bond conditions released for Derion Vence, man accused of killing Maleah Davis - ABC13 Houston
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As part of Vence's bond conditions, the state requested that he remained within Harris County and the surrounding areas. He must have no contact with Brittany Bowens, the mother of Maleah Davis, or any member of the Davis family, as well as any children under the age of 17. He must submit to random drug testing and wear a GPS monitor. And he must not own a gun.

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Vence's bond is currently set at $90,000. He's requesting his bond be reduced to $45,000.

 

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Derion Marquise Vence, 28, remains at the Harris County Jail in Texas, but as with any defendant, he will have to follow certain conditions if he posts the $90,000 bond in the death of Maleah Davis, 4. He appeared at hearing on Friday, according to Click 2 Houston. The judge approved the state’s requests, including that the defendant–who used to date the victim’s mother–stay away from her Maleah’s family, stay away from kids younger than 17, do random drug tests, and keep on a GPS monitor. In another demand, prosecutors asked that he stay in Harris County and the contiguous counties.
https://lawandcrime.com/crazy/judge...-charged-in-death-of-4-year-old-maleah-davis/

 

[PommyMommy]

MAY 27, 2021
Maleah Davis update: Derion Vence pleads guilty, sentenced to 40 years in prison, officials say (click2houston.com)
Derion Vence pleaded guilty Thursday to tampering with a corpse and injury to a child -- 4-year-old Maleah Davis -- and was sentenced to 40 years in prison, officials say.

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“True justice will not be served until everyone had something to do with her disappearance and murder is brought before a judge and sentenced,” Mendoza said.

Intentional injury to a child, which causes serious injury by act or omission, is a first-degree felony. Vence was sentenced to 40 years in prison for intentional injury to a child and 20 years for tampering with a corpse. He will serve the sentences concurrently.

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“Children are the most vulnerable members of our community and young Maleah’s death is tragic,” Ogg is quoted as saying in a news release. “We may never have all the answers in this case and our thoughts are with her family.”

 

[PommyMommy]

MAY 27, 2021
Derion Vence, man charged in connection to Maleah Davis, pleads guilty - ABC13 Houston
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Meanwhile, Bowens issued the following statement on Thursday.

"There will never be enough justice for Maleah. This has been a long two years. It has been very traumatic for me and the family. This could never be my true closure for me because we still dont know what really happened and I think thats something hell take with him to the grave. Its very upsetting and heartbreaking to know we may never know the truth. Charges of injury to a child and tampering with a corpse, do not feel like enough. My daughter was killed. Why?"

Vence was sentenced to 40 years for intentional injury to a child and 20 years for tampering with a corpse. He will serve the sentences concurrently, the district attorney's office said.

 

[PommyMommy]

MAY 30, 2021
Quanell X organizes vigil two years after Maleah Davis' death | khou.com
A vigil was held Sunday night for Maleah Davis.

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The vigil was organized by activist Quanell X and came days after Derion Vence pleaded guilty to tampering with a corpse and injury to a child. He was sentenced to 40 years in prison.

The story of Maleah shook not only the entire Houston community but the world.

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MAY 31, 2021
Maleah Davis: Houstonians still think of the 4-year-old after her tragic death - ABC13 Houston
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"Her nickname was 'Pretty-Pretty.' She was pretty from her head to her toes," said CD, her paternal grandfather. "Anybody who ever met her or was around her knows she didn't deserve this. No child deserves to go through what she went through."

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"Ain't enough time in the day," CD said, shaking his head. "Justice was not served."

Apartment managers presented Maleah's family with pieces of a mural dedicated to her.

"I was hurt. I feel like it was not enough," said SP, an activist. "The justice I wanted for him was the death penalty. I have no pity on people that harm kids, none."

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"We all knew her. She's our baby girl and always will be. It seems like yesterday," said JO, who works at the apartment complex.