Caldwell

Caldwell County Grand Jury Issues Indictments for Burglary and Assault Cases

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Princeton, Ky. – A Caldwell County Grand Jury has recently issued indictments against individuals on charges ranging from burglary to assault. The proceedings, which took place last week, highlighted several cases that are now moving forward in the judicial system. Among the indicted was Victoria Knoth of Princeton, who faces charges related to operating a motor vehicle under the influence, a scenario that develops further complications due to the alleged nature of the offenses which include endangerment and possession of substance-related paraphernalia. The grand jury’s role is to review evidence presented by the prosecutor and … Read more

Murder Retrial Jury Selection Inches Forward in Caldwell Court, Extensive Process Predicted to Extend Weeks

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Caldwell, NC — The retrial of William Eugene “Bill” Murphy for murder is under way at the Caldwell Superior Court, with jury selection proving to be a meticulous and slow process. After four days of intense scrutiny last week, only four prospective jurors were finalized for the case. Officials predict that it may take up to another ten days to select the complete panel which includes 12 jurors and two alternates. Murphy’s retrial stems from charges that have captivated and divided community opinion. The process to finalize a jury is thorough and detailed, with prosecutors … Read more

Verdicts Awaited: Jury Deliberates in Emma Caldwell Murder Trial

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LONDON, UK – Jurors are actively deliberating the verdicts in the murder trial of Emma Caldwell, a case that has gripped the nation’s attention. The trial has taken place in the city over the last few weeks, and now it is up to the jury to determine the fate of the accused individuals. Emma Caldwell, a 27-year-old woman, went missing in Glasgow in 2005 and her body was later discovered in a remote wooded area. The prosecution alleges that she was murdered, and four men are facing charges related to her death. Throughout the trial, … Read more

Former Caldwell Police Sergeant’s Trial for Sexual Abuse Pushed to Next Year

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BOISE, Idaho – The trial for former Caldwell Police Department sergeant Ryan Bendawald, who is accused of sexually abusing women, has been rescheduled for next year. Court documents filed in late December reveal that Bendawald’s jury trial, initially set to begin on Monday at the federal courthouse in Boise, has been postponed until January 21, 2025. Bendawald’s defense team argued that they require more time to adequately prepare for the trial. According to federal court records, the defense lawyers cited the extensive volume of documents received in the discovery process as the reason for needing … Read more