Credibility

Ontario Judge Questions Credibility of Complainant in Landmark Sexual Assault Case Involving Five Former Junior Hockey Stars

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LONDON, Ontario — A judge has ruled in the high-profile sexual assault trial involving five former members of Canada’s world junior hockey team, stating that she found the complainant’s testimony lacking in credibility. Superior Court Justice Maria Carroccia announced her decision, although she has yet to finalize the charges against each of the accused players. The accused — Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube, and Callan Foote — have all pleaded not guilty to sexual assault stemming from an incident that allegedly occurred in a hotel room on June 19, 2018. McLeod faces … Read more

Milwaukee Officer Added to Credibility Concern List, Prompting Review of Past Cases

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MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Following inquiries from local media, a Milwaukee police officer who was convicted of a misdemeanor nearly a decade ago has now been added to Milwaukee County’s Brady list, a catalog of law enforcement officers who have potential credibility issues due to past misconduct. This inclusion has prompted a broader review of several ongoing criminal cases. The Brady list is a critical tool used to track officers with alleged integrity problems which might include past criminal convictions or dishonest behavior. Disclosure of inclusion on this list is mandatory in legal proceedings if an … Read more

Youngstown Man Convicted of First-Degree Murder in Rapid Jury Decision Despite Questionable Witness Credibility

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Youngstown, Ohio — After a swift deliberation of just 90 minutes, including a lunch break, a jury found 21-year-old Leighton Weaver guilty of first-degree murder in the shooting of 42-year-old Lance Louis. The trial concluded on its fourth day in a Lawrence County courtroom presided over by Judge J. Craig Cox. The decision arrived on Friday amid a courtroom filled with family members of both the victim and the defendant as well as courthouse employees. The verdict also included a conviction for reckless endangerment, setting the stage for Weaver to face a potential life sentence … Read more