CHILTON (NBC 26) — A Brillion man accused of killing a 66-year-old family member had his bond set at $2 million Thursday during his initial court appearance in Calumet County Court.
Kenneth Nelson, 40, appeared before a judge who also ordered a competency hearing. Prosecutors told the court that Nelson has a history of mental illness, including schizophrenia.
The killing happened Wednesday night. The cause of death appeared to be blunt force trauma, police said.
Nelson has been charged with first-degree intentional homicide but claimed in court he acted in self-defense.
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ORIGINAL REPORTING:
A 40-year-old man is in jail tonight facing first degree intentional homicide charges.
The Calumet County Sheriff's Office says they were called to a home in the W20000 block of County Trunk Highway HR in the Town of Brillion around 10:30 Wednesday morning.
Upon arrival deputies say they found the body of a 66-year-old man inside the home who they believe died of blunt force trauma to the head.
A 40-year-old family member was taken into custody at the scene. Investigators said they believe this is an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public.
Officials say all names are being withheld pending notification of family.
