Murder

Hells Angel Member Faces Possible Life Sentence in Violent Attempted Murder and Hate Crime Trial

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San Diego – In a high-profile case that has captured local attention, Troy Scholder, identified as a member of the Hells Angels, stands trial accused of a violent assault on a Black man. The courtroom drama centers on diverging narratives about the motives behind the stabbing, which took place on June 6, 2022, on Newport Avenue, a likely battleground for racial and violent confrontations. During the closing arguments, prosecutor Miriam Hemming passionately advocated for a conviction of Scholder on charges of attempted murder and two counts of felony assault with a deadly weapon causing great … Read more

Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict in Lori Vallow Daybell’s Murder Conspiracy Trial in Arizona

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PHOENIX — The conclusion of the high-profile trial of Lori Vallow Daybell, dubbed the “Doomsday Mom,” has gripped Maricopa County as the jury delivered its verdict Tuesday afternoon. Vallow Daybell stood trial for the alleged conspiracy to murder her former husband, Charles Vallow, representing herself against serious accusations. The jury’s deliberation began Monday following the closing arguments. They opted to pause and resume Tuesday, finally reaching a decision before 4 p.m. Vallow Daybell was found guilty of conspiracy to commit murder, marking the end of a tense and closely-watched phase of the trial. Lori Vallow … Read more

California Judge Convicted in Second-Degree Murder of Wife, Faces 40 Years to Life

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Santa Ana, California — A judge from Southern California was convicted on second-degree murder charges in connection to the fatal shooting of his wife during a domestic dispute last year. The verdict concluded a high-profile trial that captured national attention due to the judge’s legal background and the tragic circumstances of the case. Jeffrey Ferguson, 74, a respected member of the Orange County Superior Court, faced the jury’s decision after admittedly shooting his 65-year-old wife, Sheryl, during an altercation at their Anaheim Hills residence. Despite claims that the shooting was accidental, the jury found Ferguson … Read more

California Judge Convicted of Second-Degree Murder in Wife’s Death After Family Argument Escalates

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Santa Ana, Calif. — A California Superior Court judge, Jeffrey Ferguson, was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2023 shooting death of his wife, Sheryl Ferguson. This verdict, delivered by a jury in Los Angeles Superior Court, marks a significant turn in a case that has captured the attention of both the legal community and the public. The charges stem from an incident on Aug. 3, 2023, when Ferguson and his wife reportedly argued over family finances while dining at a local Mexican restaurant. The altercation escalated at their home during a viewing of the … Read more