Bismarck, North Dakota – Evidence presented in court on Thursday during the murder trial of Corbin Lampert placed him at the scene of teenager Taryn Hohbein’s death, holding a gun. The tragic incident occurred on June 25, 2023, during a gathering involving underage individuals and alcohol consumption. Lampert, now 20 years old, faces charges of murder and unlawful possession of a firearm by a convicted felon in connection with Hohbein’s death.
A video shown in court revealed a witness, identified by the initials CP, stating that Lampert was the one who fired the fatal shot that took Hohbein’s life. Despite the defense’s claims that another individual at the gathering was responsible for the shooting, Lampert denies pulling the trigger. The trial, now in its fourth day, is anticipated to last up to two weeks.
During the trial, an edited video recording of an interview with CP was presented, leading to objections from Lampert’s defense attorney. The prosecution defended the edits, citing the officer’s absence during certain conversations that were deemed irrelevant to the case. However, the defense argued that these interactions were crucial to understanding the events leading up to the shooting.
CP’s testimony implicated Lampert as the individual handling the gun just before the fatal shot was fired. Despite not witnessing the actual shooting, CP claimed to have seen Lampert with the firearm. The trial also featured testimony from Hohbein’s mother, who mentioned previous incidents involving Lampert and a gun, though no formal reports were made to the authorities.
Further details emerged during the trial, including the presence of a stolen handgun at the gathering location. Testimonies from witnesses shed light on the events that unfolded inside the apartment on Ohio Street, where the tragic shooting took place. As the legal proceedings continue, the prosecution and defense will present their arguments to determine Lampert’s fate in this tragic case.
The trial is ongoing, with testimonies from witnesses providing insight into the events leading up to Hohbein’s death. As the legal process unfolds, the court will weigh the evidence presented to determine Lampert’s culpability in the tragic incident. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.