What to Know
- A third-degree murder charge carries a possible maximum sentence of 20 to 40 years.
- White, 21, is expected to post bond on $150,000 bail and be released to the custody of his family.
- It remains unknown what exactly triggered the alleged incident.
The 21-year-old college student accused of killing a Philadelphia real estate developer near Rittenhouse Square is home with his parents after posting bail last week.
A spokesperson for Michael White’s family told NBC10 the 21-year-old was released from jail Monday.
Sean Schellenger. See Larger
Two bail advocacy groups posted bail Thursday. The Philadelphia Community Bail Fund (PCBF) and The Philadelphia Bail Fund (PBF) teamed up to pay the $15,000 (10 percent of $150,000) needed to bail out Michael White as he awaits trial on 3rd-degree murder charges in the July 12 stabbing death of Sean Schellenger.
His next court appearance is scheduled for Oct. 30, according to court records.
