SelfDefense

Wellsville Shooting Suspect Faces New Charge While Asserting Self-Defense Claims

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WELLSVILLE, Ohio — A shooting incident in Wellsville has led to serious legal consequences for a local man who has been accused of using self-defense as a justification for his actions. The suspect now faces an added charge that complicates his legal situation. The shooting reportedly took place on a recent evening, sparking a series of events that culminated in the suspect’s arrest. According to authorities, surveillance footage and witness testimonials will be crucial in determining the circumstances surrounding the incident. The individual has stated that he believed he was acting in self-defense during the … Read more

Madison Murder Trial Kicks Off: Allegations of Planned Execution and Self-Defense Claims Take Center Stage

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MADISON, Wis. — A jury trial commenced Tuesday for Devonte Gafford, 34, who faces charges related to the fatal shooting of 20-year-old Devon Grant over two years ago at the Grandview Common Apartments. Gafford is accused of killing Grant on July 13, 2021, during what prosecutors claim was a drug deal gone wrong. In March 2023, he was convicted for firearm possession as a felon. However, a judge declared a mistrial concerning more serious charges of first-degree intentional homicide and first-degree recklessly endangering safety. Following the jury selection process that concluded Monday, both the prosecution … Read more

Channel 4’s ‘The Jury: Murder Trial’ Returns with a Gripping New Case of Self-Defense and Doubt

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Liverpool, England — Channel 4’s acclaimed series “The Jury: Murder Trial” is set to return, captivating audiences with its unique blend of drama and real-life legal proceedings. This time, the show revolves around the unsettling trial of Sophie, a young mother accused of murdering her boyfriend, Ryan, after allegedly stabbing him with a kitchen knife in an act of self-defense. The new series promises to engage viewers in a gripping exploration of truth and justice as the jury grapples with complicated emotions and decisions. The second installment features a single jury of 12 individuals from … Read more

Jury Begins Deliberations in High-Stakes Trial of Man Accused of Killing Off-Duty Deputy Amid Controversial Self-Defense Claims

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ATLANTA — Closing arguments unfolded Thursday in the trial of Alton Oliver, charged with fatally shooting a Fulton County sheriff’s deputy. The proceedings concluded just a day after Oliver took the stand to share his version of events. Oliver testified that he shot Deputy James Thomas out of fear, claiming the deputy made several unwanted sexual advances while driving past him. He recounted that after a second encounter, Thomas allegedly accelerated toward him, prompting his reaction. Deputy Thomas was discovered deceased in the driver’s seat of a crashed vehicle early on December 2022, around 4:30 … Read more