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Trial Begins for Man Charged in Heroic Teen’s Death During Port Charlotte Home Invasion

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PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Jury selection commenced on Monday for Ryan Cole, aged 27, who stands accused of the 2019 murder of 15-year-old Khyler Edman during a home invasion. The trial, delayed due to a series of hurricanes, a global pandemic, and judicial backlogs, finally moves forward nearly six years after the tragic event that shook the Port Charlotte community. If convicted, Cole could face the death penalty. The incident, which occurred in September 2019, involved Cole allegedly breaking into the Edman family residence on Starlite Lane. During the invasion, Khyler was fatally stabbed as … Read more

Jury Deliberates as Charlotte Man Faces Multiple Charges in Fatal Crossfire Incident That Killed Mother in 2019

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Charlotte, N.C. — Deliberations have commenced in the trial of Adonis Smith, who stands accused in the 2019 fatal shooting of Kendal Crank, a 27-year-old mother from Charlotte. Crank was tragically killed by a stray bullet while driving to her job in March of that year, amid an altercation in which Smith and others were allegedly engaged. The case hinges on an incident where gunfire was exchanged between multiple parties, involving Smith along with Tychicus Dobie and Marquis Smith, both of whom have been linked to Crank’s death. The jury is tasked with navigating complex … Read more

Charlotte Man to Face Court After Charged with the Murky Case of Allisha Watts’ Death in Montgomery County

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Local authorities have apprehended James Dunmore in connection with the mysterious death of Allisha Watts, whose remains were discovered near a cemetery in the rural confines of Montgomery County last August. This week, Dunmore is scheduled to make a court appearance to face charges linked to the alleged murder. The legal proceedings against Dunmore have been fraught with contention. Previously, the defense filed a motion to discard the case citing a violation of constitutional rights when Dunmore’s confidential medical records were improperly accessed. Although the judge acknowledged the violation, it was deemed … Read more

Charlotte Settles High-Profile Police Shooting Case for $700,000 After Prolonged Legal Battle

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Charlotte, NC – The city of Charlotte has agreed to a $700,000 settlement with the partner of Ruben Galindo, a man fatally shot by police in 2017. The resolution comes just days before the scheduled trial on November 12, ending a legal journey that escalated to the U.S. Supreme Court. In September 2017, police responded to a call at the Hunters Pointe Apartments regarding a man reportedly armed with a gun. Upon arrival, they encountered Galindo outside the building. According to police, Galindo was initially seen with his hand inside his waistband and subsequently raised … Read more