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Australian Woman Convicted of Murder After Serving Lethal Mushroom Lunch, Jury Deliberates for Six Days

Morwell, Australia — An Australian woman was found guilty of murdering three family members and attempting to kill a fourth after serving a meal containing deadly mushrooms. Erin Patterson, 48, was convicted of three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder after a jury deliberated for approximately six days following a 10-week trial. The case, which has drawn international attention, revolves around a lunch hosted by Patterson in July 2023, where she allegedly …

Jury Deliberates Fate of Houston Man in Tragic Family Murder Case, Closing Arguments Conclude

Houston, TX – The sentencing phase in the capital murder trial of Xavier Davis is drawing to a close, following his guilty plea in the deaths of a Houston couple and their daughter in June 2021. Davis admitted to the murders on March 24, propelling the case into the current phase where a jury must decide whether he will face the death penalty. The state rested its case on April 4 after 10 days of …

Jury Deliberates in High Stakes Trial of Suspect Accused in Kendal Crank’s Death Amid Claims of Self-Defense and Police Misconduct

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Deliberations commenced Monday in the Charlotte courtroom where Adonis Smith stands trial, facing allegations involving the death of Kendal Crank in 2019. Smith’s legal representation acknowledges the shooting but contends it was accidental, asserting it did not constitute intentional murder. The incident triggered by an exchange of gunfire in a local parking lot, where Smith purportedly returned fire while in a state of panic, remains central to the defense’s argument. His attorney, …

Jury Deliberates in High-Profile Case Involving Former Deputy Accused of Fatally Shooting Christian Glass

Denver, Colorado — The fate of a former sheriff’s deputy, involved in the fatal shooting of Christian Glass, now rests in the hands of a jury. This high-profile case has captured local and national attention, focusing on the actions of law enforcement during an encounter that tragically ended in the death of Glass after he summoned the police for help during a mental health crisis. The incident, which took place last year, began when Glass …

Jury Deliberates Fate in Death of Tacoma Man Amid Territorial Gang Dispute

Tacoma, WA — A jury is now deliberating on a case involving the fatal shooting of a Tacoma man, alleging the involvement of local gang members marking their territory. The incident, which occurred last year, threw a dark shadow over the community, underlining the ongoing territorial battles that plague its streets. The victim, a 33-year-old Tacoma resident, was reportedly gun shot multiple times during a late-night confrontation. Prosecutors argue that the killing was the brutal …

Chicago Jury Deliberates Fate of Woman Accused of Killing and Dismembering Landlord

Chicago, Illinois – A woman in Chicago is currently facing trial for the alleged murder and dismemberment of her landlord, Frances Walker, in October 2022. Sandra Kolalou is charged with first-degree murder and concealing a homicidal death in connection with the incident, which has shocked the community. Prosecutors claim that Kolalou committed the heinous act after receiving an eviction notice from Walker, her landlord. The 36-year-old is accused of not only killing Walker but also …

Michigan Jury Deliberates in Trial of Mother of Oxford High School Shooter

PONTIAC, Mich. – A Michigan jury on Monday began deliberations in the trial of Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of Ethan Crumbley who committed a deadly school shooting at Oxford High School in 2021. Jennifer Crumbley, 45, is charged with involuntary manslaughter in the deaths of four students. This is the first time in the United States that parents are being charged in a school shooting involving their child. The trial against Jennifer Crumbley’s husband, James …

Michigan Jury Deliberates in Trial Against School Shooter’s Mother

PONTIAC, Mich. (AP) — After nearly three years since the tragic Michigan school shooting, a jury has commenced deliberations to determine the fate of Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of the shooter. Prosecutors accuse her of involuntary manslaughter, arguing that her negligence led to the deaths of four students in 2021. The tragedy unfolded at Oxford High School, where her son used a gun from their home to carry out the heinous act. The prosecution alleges …

Michigan Jury Deliberates Involuntary Manslaughter Case Against School Shooter’s Mother

PONTIAC, Mich. — A Michigan jury is deliberating the case of a mother accused of involuntary manslaughter in connection with a school shooting that resulted in the deaths of four students in 2021. Jennifer Crumbley is on trial, facing potential prison time if convicted. The trial stems from an incident at Oxford High School, where a student, Ethan Crumbley, opened fire on his peers, killing four students and injuring others. Prosecutors argue that Jennifer Crumbley …