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Mother of Minneapolis Shooter Engages High-Profile Attorney Amid Ongoing Investigations and Community Shock

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Minneapolis, Minnesota — In the wake of a tragic shooting that occurred at Annunciation Catholic Church, the mother of the suspected shooter, Robin Westman, has sought legal representation from Ryan Garry, a prominent criminal defense attorney known for advocating for George Floyd protesters. Garry confirmed that Mary Grace Westman hired him as she navigates the fallout of the violent incident, which resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to 18 others. The 23-year-old shooter had previously attended the school where the attack took place. Garry noted that Mary Grace is devastated and feels … Read more

Mother of Murdered Teen Fights for Justice, Files New Lawsuit for $700 Million Award Against Killer and Associates

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Georgetown, South Carolina — Dawn Marie Pleckan, mother of the late Brittanee Drexel, is pursuing additional legal action in an ongoing effort to claim part of the $700 million jury award she received after a significant court verdict in February. This latest lawsuit targets Raymond Moody, who is currently serving a life sentence for the kidnapping, rape, and murder of 17-year-old Drexel at the Pole Yard boat landing back in 2009. Pleckan’s initial lawsuit against Moody resulted in a staggering award that includes $200 million in actual damages and $500 million in punitive damages for … Read more

Mother Sentenced to 10 Years of Probation in Groundbreaking Fentanyl Case Linked to Infant’s Death

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MCKINNEY, Texas — A 24-year-old woman from Collin County has been sentenced to 10 years of probation following her conviction in the fatal fentanyl poisoning of her 8-month-old daughter. The jury reached its decision after five hours of deliberation. Mary Alice Locke was found guilty of first-degree injury to a child in the tragic case, which marks the first known instance of a baby dying from fentanyl exposure in Collin County. Her sentence could have ranged from probation to 99 years in prison. In the courtroom, Locke shared an emotional moment with her attorney and … Read more

Mother of Tragically Lost Son Advocates for "Rowan Act" to Reinforce Amber Alert Laws in Michigan

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LANSING, Michigan — The mother of a 6-year-old boy fatally injured by his biological father urged state lawmakers to reconsider Amber Alert legislation during an emotional testimony in Lansing. Brandi Morey Pols, who is advocating for reform after the tragic death of her son Rowan, expressed her grief and frustration before the Child Welfare System subcommittee. Pols recounted the harrowing experience that unfolded nine months ago, emphasizing her anguish over the authorities’ initial response when her son was reported missing. “What excuse should a mother accept when her child has been gone for 52 hours?” … Read more