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Justice Served: Jury Delivers Verdict in High-Profile Crystal Rogers Case After Second Trial

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BARDSTOWN, Ky. — A jury has reached a verdict in the retrial of a high-profile case linked to the disappearance of Crystal Rogers, a mother of five who vanished in 2015. The case has drawn considerable attention in a community still grappling with unanswered questions surrounding her fate. After several days of deliberation, jurors convened and delivered their decision. The proceedings centered on an accusation against a key suspect, charged with tampering with evidence related to the investigation into Rogers’ disappearance. The case gained prominence not only due to the seriousness of the allegations but … Read more

Jury Delivers Verdict in High-Profile Murder Trial: Brooks Houck Found Guilty in Crystal Rogers Case

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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — A jury has delivered a verdict in the high-profile trial of Brooks Houck, finding him guilty of murdering his girlfriend Crystal Rogers, who vanished in 2015. The jury, consisting of six men and six women, deliberated for four hours before reaching its decision on July 8, 2025. Alongside Houck, co-defendant Joseph “Joey” Lawson was also found guilty. Throughout the trial, which took place at the Warren County Justice Center, Houck faced charges not only of murder but also of tampering with physical evidence in connection with Rogers’ disappearance. The jury’s verdict … Read more

Jury Set to Begin Deliberations Tuesday in High-Stakes Crystal Rogers Trial

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — After a lengthy trial, jury deliberations are set to begin Tuesday in the case surrounding the disappearance of Crystal Rogers. The 35-year-old mother vanished in July 2015 from the rural area of Nelson County, sparking an extensive search and significant media attention. Throughout the trial, testimony from witnesses and expert analysis provided a vivid glimpse into the circumstances leading up to her disappearance. Evidence was meticulously evaluated, involving family members, local search teams, and law enforcement officials who have spent years trying to answer lingering questions about Rogers’ fate. During the trial, … Read more

Trial Begins in Crystal Rogers Case: Brooks Houck and Joseph Lawson Face Jury as Shocking Details Unfold

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BARDSTOWN, Ky. — The trial of Brooks Houck and Joseph Lawson has begun, spotlighting the ongoing search for justice in the case of Crystal Rogers, a woman who mysteriously disappeared in July 2015. Rogers’ case has long haunted the community, stirring emotional responses from family, friends, and local residents. During the opening statements on Tuesday, legal counsel for both defendants outlined their respective arguments. Prosecutors assert that Houck, the last known person to see Rogers, played a significant role in her disappearance, suggesting that evidence would point to his guilt. They have emphasized the lack … Read more