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Jury Weighs Verdict in High-Profile Child Molestation Case Involving Former Teacher’s Controversial Program

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North Kingstown, R.I. — The jury is now deliberating the case of Aaron Thomas, a former teacher and coach at North Kingstown High School, facing serious allegations of second-degree child molestation and sexual assault. The deliberations began anew on Wednesday, marking the second consecutive day that jurors will weigh the evidence presented during the trial. Thomas’s charges stem from a controversial program he allegedly conducted, referred to as “naked fat testing.” This unorthodox practice has raised significant concerns regarding the appropriateness and safety of his methods, particularly involving minors. After lengthy closing arguments, the jurors … Read more

Jury Selection Advances in Sean "Diddy" Combs’ High-Stakes Trial: Accusations of Coercion and Controversy Unfold

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NEW YORK — Jury selection for Sean “Diddy” Combs’ federal sex trafficking trial could conclude today after two days of court proceedings. Judge Arun Subramanian has been actively questioning prospective jurors to uncover any potential biases that may affect their judgment. Combs faces serious allegations of using force and coercion to compel individuals to participate in extended sex acts, which he referred to as “Freak Offs,” often capturing these encounters on film. He has pled not guilty to all charges against him. The defense asserts that the accusers are former romantic partners and likens Combs … Read more

Jury Deliberates in Vallejo Murder Case: Accused Strangles Victim During Botched Robbery

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Vallejo, California — A jury began deliberating Tuesday afternoon in the Solano County Superior Court on the fate of Devonte Levan Hicks, a 29-year-old man accused of killing 24-year-old Gerado Suarez-Marin during a robbery at a Motel 6 in Vallejo in 2018. The deliberations followed closing arguments from both the defense and the prosecution, after more than three weeks of testimony and evidence presentation. At 2 p.m., the jury, comprising seven men and five women, departed from Department 23 after receiving final instructions from Judge John B. Ellis. Hicks faces charges of first-degree murder, with … Read more

Jury Deadlocked in Case of Atlantic City Driver Who Struck Pedestrian and Fled Scene

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Jurors in Atlantic City struggled to reach a consensus in the trial of Harris Jacobs, who was accused of leaving the scene after fatally striking a pedestrian. On Tuesday, the jury informed Superior Court Judge Christine Smith that they were deadlocked regarding Jacobs’ knowledge of the incident. It is undisputed that he hit the pedestrian in the early hours of September 4, 2022. The crucial question centered on Jacobs’ actions immediately following the collision. Surveillance footage showed him pulling into a Dunkin’ Donuts at Atlantic and Indiana avenues, rushing to the scene, and appearing to … Read more