Jury

Father Found Guilty of Murdering 5-Year-Old Daughter, Harmony: Jury Deliberates for 1 Day Before Reaching Verdict

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MANCHESTER, N.H. – Adam Montgomery has been found guilty of the murder of his 5-year-old daughter, Harmony, after a jury deliberated for approximately one day. In addition to the murder charge, Montgomery, 34, was also found guilty of second-degree assault, falsifying physical evidence, abuse of a corpse, and tampering with a witness and informants. Sentencing is expected to take place after April 1, with prosecutors planning to request that Montgomery be present. Montgomery was not in court when the verdict was read and had not attended the trial since jury selection. Harmony’s mother, Crystal Sorey, … Read more

Iranian Film “The Great Yawn of History” Wins Special Jury Award at Berlin International Film Festival

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TEHRAN, Iran – Aliyar Rasti, a talented Iranian filmmaker, achieved a remarkable feat at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival. His debut feature film, “The Great Yawn of History,” won the prestigious Special Jury Award in the Encounters Competition Section. It shared the honor with Qiu Yang’s “Some Rain Must Fall” from China. Rasti’s film premiered at the 2024 Berlinale, marking a significant milestone in his career. “The Great Yawn of History” takes viewers on a captivating journey through the Iranian landscape. The story revolves around a man who dreams of discovering a box of … Read more

Arapahoe Couple Faces Jury Trial in Child Abuse Case as Release Request Denied

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LOVELAND, Colo. – A couple from Arapahoe County, Colorado, is facing charges of child abuse and their upcoming jury trial has been rescheduled for June. The mother’s request for release has also been denied, keeping both parents in custody. The trial was originally set to begin in February, but due to various circumstances, it has been postponed multiple times. Now, the court has determined that the proceedings will take place in June. The delay in the trial has caused concern among both the prosecution and defense, as it prolongs the waiting period for all parties … Read more

Bossier Parish Police Jury Bolsters Archery Shooters Association Competition with Generous Asphalt Millings Donation

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Bossier City, Louisiana – The Bossier Parish Police Jury is demonstrating its support for a significant sporting event in a unique way. Rather than providing a monetary donation, they have chosen to contribute a more practical resource. The Jury has recently approved the donation of 60 loads of asphalt millings to Camp Minden for the upcoming Archery Shooters Association Competition in April. The asphalt millings donated by the Bossier Parish Police Jury will serve as a crucial component in preparing the venue for the high-profile archery competition. This donation not only showcases the Police Jury’s … Read more