The Green Bay community is grappling with the shocking details surrounding the tragic death of an individual named Hubbard, and the subsequent arrest of Backus, who now faces charges related to the incident.
Backus, charged with first-degree intentional homicide on December 21, claims that the violent encounter ensued when he alleged a man broke into his residence and confronted him with a wrench.
The unsettling scene discovered by officers painted a grim picture – Hubbard was found unconscious on the floor, with a shirt over his face and cords tightly wound around his neck and head. Despite attempts at CPR, Hubbard was pronounced dead at the scene, as detailed in the criminal complaint.
Backus and Hubbard shared a connection, with mutual friends and a familiarity that suggests a pre-existing relationship. The circumstances leading to the fatal altercation were triggered when Hubbard, dropped off at Backus’ residence, began reorganizing the house, removing items from walls for painting.
The situation escalated into a physical confrontation while Backus was in the shower, with Backus claiming self-defense against Hubbard’s relentless attack with the wrench.
Presently incarcerated at Brown County Jail on a substantial $1 million bail, Backus faces not only charges of first-degree intentional homicide but also a misdemeanor bail jumping offense for violating the conditions of a previous bond related to charges of disorderly conduct and resisting or obstructing an officer.
As authorities continue their investigation into this tragic event, the community is left grappling with the complexities of the case. The known details paint a disturbing picture of an altercation turned deadly, with the relationship between Backus and Hubbard adding layers of complexity to the unfolding narrative.
The legal proceedings will shed more light on the circumstances, but for now, the community is left mourning and awaiting further developments in this heart-wrenching case.
