Manslaughter

Mom Indicted for Reckless Manslaughter in Death of Two-Year-Old Daughter with Fentanyl in System

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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. – A mother has been indicted in connection with the tragic death of her two-year-old daughter, following the discovery of fentanyl in the child’s system. The indictment was announced this week, revealing charges that stem from investigations initiated last year. Farrah Bates, who was charged in 2023, faced legal scrutiny after officers from the Tarrant Police Department responded to a call on July 18 regarding an unresponsive child on Old Pinson Highway. Upon arrival, they found the girl without a pulse. According to reports, her parents asserted that she had been sleeping … Read more

Security Guard Accused of Manslaughter in Fatal Shooting Case Set for Grand Jury Review

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JACKSON, Miss. — A 60-year-old security guard facing allegations of manslaughter will remain out on bond as his case moves to a grand jury. Carl Miller’s preliminary hearing, held at the Hinds County Courthouse, saw his absence due to a waiver of his appearance, as confirmed by the presiding judge. The case stems from a tragic incident in June when Miller allegedly opened fire outside the Auto One AutoCare Center, located at the intersection of Raymond Road and Siwell Road. According to police reports, 22-year-old Deyonia McGee was walking with her 16-year-old boyfriend when she … Read more

Grand Forks Man Found Guilty of Manslaughter in Fatal Altercation; Sentencing Scheduled for December

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GRAND FORKS, N.D. — A Grand Forks man has been convicted of manslaughter in connection with the death of 49-year-old Anthony Kiehl, whose fatal injuries stemmed from an encounter last year. Donald Bartlette, 46, was found guilty by a jury after a trial that commenced on Tuesday and concluded with a verdict announced on Friday. The incident occurred last October during a confrontation between Bartlette and Kiehl. Bartlette alleged that Kiehl approached him with a knife, prompting him to retaliate. The confrontation left Kiehl with severe head and facial injuries, ultimately leading to his death … Read more

Judge Steps Aside in Tragic Manslaughter Case Triggered by Montrose First Date Incident

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A Texas district judge has stepped back from a manslaughter case linked to a 2023 incident in Montrose that left a man dead after a first date turned violent. The decision to recuse himself came as the case drew significant public attention, raising concerns about fairness in the proceedings. The judge’s recusal follows the fatal confrontation between two men during what was intended to be a romantic outing. Reports indicate that one of the men sustained fatal injuries during the altercation, leading to legal proceedings aimed at determining if the circumstances constituted manslaughter. While details … Read more