Quinton J. Edmonds, 31, of Rochester, was scheduled to appear in Genesee County Court on Wednesday afternoon, but refused to appear. He is currently being held without bail at the Genesee County Jail on a murder 2nd charge in the death of 43 year old Michael Paladino.
Edmonds’ Attorney Fred Rarick apologized to Judge Zambito and said he would have a talk with his client, but argued that they could still proceed without him to schedule a hearing.
District Attorney Larry Friedman requested that Edmonds be forced to appear at his next appearance for the hearing.
Judge Charles Zambito agreed that he will be brought to the next court appearance by force.
On Saturday, June 1, 2019 at about 12:45a.m., Quinton J. Edmonds, 31, of Rochester, was involved in a physical altercation with a female on the sidewalk near 5 & 7 Ross St.
An un-involved party, Michael Paladino, heard the argument and attempted to intervene. A physical altercation ensued between Paladino and Edmonds. During the altercation Paladino sustained life-threatening injuries. Edmonds was then observed leaving the scene. Responding Officers located Paladino bleeding on the floor of the entry way in the apartment building. Responding Officers attempted to render first aid to Paladino until Mercy EMS arrived.
Paladino was transported to UMMC by Mercy EMS, and later succumbed to his injuries.
Edmonds is scheduled to appear for a hearing on December 12th at 3:00p.m.