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Jury Deliberates Fate of Alleged Hawaii Crime Boss Accused in Multi-Faceted Racketeering Trial

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Honolulu, Hawaii — After a long and grueling trial spanning 98 days, the case against Micheal J. Miske Jr., a man accused by federal prosecutors of leading a criminal enterprise that perpetrated a wide range of illegal activities in Hawaii, is now in the hands of a jury. The deliberations, which began on Monday, follow testimony from 241 witnesses presented by the U.S. Department of Justice. Prosecutors argued that Miske, 49, was far from the benevolent businessman he masqueraded as, instead orchestrating a host of nefarious activities including murder, kidnapping, and arson. On the other … Read more

Miami-Dade Judge Disqualifies Prosecutors Over Alleged Misconduct in Liberty City Gang Boss Case

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MIAMI, Florida – Two prosecutors have been disqualified from a high-profile case involving the John Doe gang boss in Liberty City after allegations of prosecutorial misconduct surfaced. Miami-Dade County Circuit Judge Andrea Wolfson signed an order on Wednesday removing Miami-Dade State Attorneys Michael Von Zamft and Stephen Mitchell from the case. The decision was made based on instances of witness manipulation tactics and over 20 years of alleged misconduct by Von Zamft, as cited by Wolfson. Additionally, Wolfson pointed to Mitchell’s decision to follow Von Zamft’s lead without considering the consequences, emphasizing the importance of … Read more

Jury Selection Kickstarts Trial for Alleged Crime Boss Michael Miske in Honolulu

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HONOLULU (AP) — The process of selecting a jury has commenced in the trial of Michael Miske, accused of being the head of a prominent crime organization in Honolulu. This trial, which will determine Miske’s fate, marks an important milestone in the city’s battle against organized crime. Miske, who is known as a powerful figure in the local underworld, is facing multiple charges, including racketeering, murder, and drug offenses. If convicted, he could face a substantial prison sentence. The significance of this trial extends beyond Miske himself, as it sheds light on the broader issue … Read more

Accused Racketeering Boss Michael Miske Jr.’s Federal Trial Begins with Jury Selection and Over 900 Potential Witnesses

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HONOLULU, Hawaii – The trial of accused racketeering boss Michael Miske Jr. is set to begin on Monday with the selection of a jury. Miske, a longtime business owner in Honolulu, was arrested more than three years ago in a federal criminal conspiracy case. The trial is expected to involve over 900 witnesses and several former co-defendants who have reached plea deals. Empaneling an impartial jury will be the initial challenge in this high-profile case, which includes allegations of obstruction of justice and witness tampering. Potential jurors have already expressed concerns about their safety and … Read more