The former Maryville college football player who allegedly stalked then murdered a teenage Central High cheerleader has been released from jail on $1 million bond.
William Riley Gaul, 18, was discharged from the Knox County Detention Facility Monday after posting the bail, according to the Know County Sheriff’s Office.
Gaul was arrested on Nov. 22, a day after police allege he stole his grandfather’s gun to shoot and kill his ex-girflriend Emma Walker, 16, while she was asleep in her bedroom.
Walker’s aunt Jenny Weldon previously told the Knoxville Sentinel that Gaul took the life of her niece because he was unable to come to terms with her decision to end their relationship.
“She had chosen to move on. He refused to accept it. He chose not to accept her wishes.”
The suspect was indicted on several charges last week, including first-degree murder, aggravated stalking, tampering with evidence and employing a firearm during a dangerous felony.
Since his release, Gaul is being required to wear a GPS monitoring bracelet on him 24/7, the office reports.
His criminal proceeds hearing was originally set for Monday, but has been moved to Feb. 13.
Gaul has not entered a plea to his charges.