Menchville

Family to File Lawsuit After Tragic Loss of 16-Year-Old Menchville Student

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Newport News, VA – A lawsuit is forthcoming after the tragic death of a 16-year-old student from Menchville High School, raising questions about safety and accountability in local educational institutions. The legal action, which has caught the attention of the Newport News community, underscores a growing concern over the well-being of students in school environments. The deceased, a junior at Menchville High School, was involved in an incident last Tuesday that resulted in fatal injuries. Described by peers as an enthusiastic and bright student, his untimely death has sparked an outpouring of grief and calls … Read more

Newport News Jury Deliver Verdict for Demari Batten in Retrial for Fatal Menchville High School Shooting

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Newport News, Virginia – A jury in Newport News delivered its verdict in the re-trial of Demari Batten, finding him guilty of the deadly shooting of 17-year-old Justice Dunham. The verdict was reached just one day after the re-trial began, and Batten had previously entered a plea of not guilty. The incident took place in the parking lot of Menchville High School following a basketball game. Batten stood accused of taking Dunham’s life in this tragic event. This case had previously gone to trial in October 2022, but the jury at that time was unable … Read more