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Defendant in Child Murder Case Chooses Bench Trial, Waives Jury

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HOUSTON, TEXAS – Brian Coulter, the defendant charged with capital murder in the death of Kendrick Lee, has waived his right to a jury trial. Coulter’s lawyers made this announcement on Wednesday, revealing that the trial, originally scheduled for February, will now proceed as a bench trial. The decision means that Judge Kelli Johnson will hear the evidence and determine the verdict and punishment. Coulter’s appearance in the 178th District Court showcased his distinctive yellow jumpsuit and long hair, longer than when he was arrested. It is uncommon for cases of this nature to go … Read more

Hamilton County Mother Sentenced to Prison in Child Abuse Case: Victim Speaks Out

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CINCINNATI, Ohio – A Hamilton County mother has been sentenced to 3 to 4.5 years in prison for child endangerment, following a trial that lasted nearly two years. The sentencing was delivered on Wednesday by Hamilton County Common Pleas Court Judge Alison Hathaway. Amy Rodriguez-Dangel, 46, was found guilty of four counts of child endangerment. During the hearing, the victim expressed the impact that Rodriguez-Dangel had on their life, stating, “Amy took away my freedom, she took away my rights, and she betrayed my trust.” The case began in 2022, when Rodriguez-Dangel and her husband … Read more

Sullivan County Grand Jury Recommends Sweeping Changes to Child Protective Services Following Tragic Death of 16-Month-Old

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MONTICELLO, N.Y. – The tragic death of 16-month-old Akasha Luvert from a fentanyl overdose has not only shocked the small Sullivan County community of Liberty but has also ignited a dispute between former Acting District Attorney Brian Conaty and former County Attorney Michael McGuire. The disagreement centers around whether county officials could have done more to prevent the child’s death. Luvert’s parents, 26-year-old Lisa Keitt and 41-year-old Jimmy Luvert, were charged with manslaughter and endangering the welfare of a child following her death. The family was under the supervision of the county’s Child Protective Services … Read more

Mother on Trial: Jury Deliberates Gruesome Cold Case of Child Murder in DeKalb County

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DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – The jury in the DeKalb County cold case is currently deliberating in a trial that has gained national attention due to its gruesome details. Teresa Black stands accused of killing her 6-year-old son over 20 years ago and leaving his body to decompose in the woods of DeKalb County. William Hamilton’s remains were discovered six months after his death in 199. Throughout the five-day trial, jurors have been diligently taking notes, demonstrating the significance of this case. Black’s defense attorneys, acknowledging society’s lack of sympathy towards their client, have urged the … Read more