Indiana

Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict in High-Profile 2017 Indiana Double Homicide Case

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Delphi, Indiana – A jury has convicted Richard Allen of the murders of two teenage girls in Delphi, Indiana, rendering a verdict that will potentially see him serve 130 years in prison. The decision comes after a lengthy trial that captured national attention due to the tragic nature of the crimes committed in 2017. The verdict was announced late last week and has brought a degree of closure to the small Indiana community, which has been enveloped in grief and uncertainty since the disappearance of the teenagers. The intense media coverage and public interest stem … Read more

Indiana Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict in 2017 Double Homicide of Teen Girls on Hiking Trip

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Delphi, Indiana — In a verdict that has brought a somber close to a haunting case, an Indiana jury has found a man guilty on several charges connected to the tragic deaths of two teenage girls who disappeared while hiking in 2017. The conviction marks a significant milestone in a case that gripped the community and garnered national attention over the years due to the mysterious circumstances surrounding the disappearance and the long-waited pursuit of justice. The two victims, who were on a hiking trail near their hometown at the time of their disappearance, were … Read more

Deliberations Extend into Weekend in High-Stakes Indiana Double Murder Trial

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Delphi, Indiana – The small town of Delphi is on edge as jury deliberations press on in the notorious double murder trial of Richard Allen, accused of the brutal killings of two teenage girls near a local hiking trail more than seven years ago. This high-profile case has captivated attention nationwide due to the disturbing nature of the crime and the long, perplexing investigation that followed. In 2017, the community of Delphi was shaken to its core when Liberty “Libby” German, 14, and Abigail “Abby” Williams, 13, went missing after a hike on the Monon … Read more

From Classroom to Courtroom: Young Attorney Returns to Rural Roots to Boost Legal Representation in Indiana

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Bloomfield, Indiana — While many law graduates flock to bustling city firms, Chloe Carnes, recently armed with a degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, chose a path less traveled. After an impactful summer externship, Carnes has returned to Greene County, swelling the scant ranks of public defenders in this rural area known more for its open spaces than its attorney offices. Carnes’ commitment reflects a broader effort to combat the acute shortage of legal professionals in Indiana’s rural communities. The state battles an alarming shortage, with only 2.3 lawyers per … Read more