Michael Vaughan Case: Judge sets date to hear Wondra’s motion to dismiss
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KIVI staff
CALDWELL — Stacey Wondra, the man accused of killing missing 5-year-old Fruitland boy, Michael Vaughan, appeared in a Canyon County courtroom on Tuesday.
Wondra has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder, second-degree kidnapping and destruction of evidence charges tied to Michael’s disappearance from Fruitland in July 2021. Michael’s body has never been found.
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On Tuesday, Canyon County Judge Brent Whiting scheduled various motions to be heard at a later date.
Wondra’s motion to dismiss the case, citing lack of evidence, and a motion to suppress a particular letter are expected to be heard on Aug. 11 at 1:30 p.m. Any motions not addressed will be heard on Aug. 12 at 9 a.m.
On Tuesday, both the defense and the prosecution said they are still prepared to move forward with the scheduled trial on Sept. 30.
Wondra is expected back in court on Aug. 4 at 9 a.m. for a pretrial conference.
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