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Jury Selection for Clay County Trial Unexpectedly Canceled: Updates Awaited

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HENRIETTA, TEXAS – Jury selection for an upcoming trial in Clay County has been unexpectedly canceled, according to courthouse officials. The cancellation, which occurred on Monday, March 18, 2024, at 3:30 p.m., impacts individuals who were summoned to appear in Clay County’s 97th District Court. Clay County District Clerk, Marianne Bowles, announced the cancellation of jury selection, but no specific reasons have been given. It is unclear whether there will be a rescheduling of the process in the future. Residents who were scheduled to participate in the jury selection process are now exempted from reporting … Read more

Man Found Guilty of Shooting and Paralyzing Ex-Girlfriend in Front of Newborn Baby: Clay County Prosecuting Attorney Delivers Message Against Violent Crime

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CLAY COUNTY, Mo. – A 45-year-old man in Clay County, Missouri, has been found guilty of shooting and paralyzing his ex-girlfriend next to their newborn baby. Lonnell James was convicted by a Clay County jury on charges of first-degree assault, first-degree burglary, and armed criminal action for the incident that occurred in 2020. Prosecuting Attorney Zachary Thompson stated, “The victim fought for her life after being shot by the defendant, and it was our duty to fight for justice for her and all victims of assault.” Thompson added that the jury’s verdict sends a strong … Read more