Murder and assault charges against a 16-year-old Madison High School student who fatally stabbed an 18-year-old graduate during a fight last March have been dropped. San Antonio Express-News courts and crime reporter Elizabeth Zavala explains what led to the juvenile's release. For more information on this episode, visit: expressnews.com/podcasts/the-docket/

Background reading:

• Madison High School teen accused in fatal stabbing is freed, charges dropped
• Witness describes frantic scene after late-night fatal stabbing of Madison High School grad

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