Killing

Former North Texas Judge Sentenced to Death for Revenge Killing Seeks New Trial

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A former justice of the peace in North Texas is seeking a new death penalty trial after being sentenced to death in 2014 for his involvement in a revenge plot that resulted in the death of a district attorney’s wife and two others. Eric Williams, who was convicted of capital murder, claims that his attorneys did not have adequate time to review the evidence and prepare for trial, which led to his conviction. Furthermore, Williams alleges that he was tried before a biased judge and that the location of the trial had no impact on … Read more

Police Officers Deemed Justified in Shooting and Killing Man near Salem after Threatening Neighbors and Firing Gun

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SALEM, Oregon – Three police officers have been found justified in shooting and killing a man near Salem after he fired a gun near neighbors’ homes and threatened to kill everyone around him. The incident resulted in the death of Justin Jordon. According to authorities, Jordon was involved in a confrontation with the police officers, who were called to the scene after receiving reports of shots fired. The officers arrived to find Jordon armed and making threats towards those in the vicinity. In response, they discharged their weapons, fatally injuring Jordon. The shooting occurred in … Read more