Stabbing

Raul Valle Acquitted in High-Profile Stabbing Case Linked to Shelton Party Tragedy

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SHELTON, Conn. — A jury has acquitted Raul Valle of charges stemming from the fatal stabbing of James McGrath during a party in Shelton. The incident occurred in April 2022 and has been a focal point of local attention since the tragic event unfolded. The trial, which lasted over a week, featured testimonies from multiple witnesses, including friends and attendees of the gathering where the altercation took place. Valle was charged with the second-degree murder of McGrath, who was 36 years old at the time of his death. During the proceedings, defense attorneys argued that … Read more

Teen’s Fatal Stabbing at Milford House Party Leaves Jury Deadlocked as Defense Claims Self-Defense

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MILFORD, Conn. — A jury is set to continue its deliberations in the case of a teen from Shelton who is accused of fatally stabbing 17-year-old James McGrath, a student from Fairfield Prep, during a house party in 2022. The events surrounding McGrath’s death and the injuries of three others have left the community grappling with the aftermath. Jurors indicated their struggles with reaching a verdict on both Monday and Tuesday, stating their deliberations had reached a standstill. The case has drawn intense attention, highlighting concerns about youth violence and safety in social gatherings. The … Read more

Jury Weighs Evidence in Shelton House Party Stabbing Case Against Raul Valle

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SHELTON, Conn. — Jurors began deliberations on Friday in the murder trial of Raul Valle, who faces serious charges in connection with a violent incident at a house party last year. The prosecution claims that Valle stabbed multiple individuals during the chaotic event, raising questions about self-defense and intent. Valle has been charged with both murder and assault in relation to the incident that took place in 2022. The details that emerged during the trial painted a disturbing picture of the party, highlighting the range of injuries sustained by the victims. Prosecutors argued that Valle’s … Read more

Union County Jury Convicts Man of First-Degree Murder in Dakota Dunes Stabbing Case

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Dakota Dunes, South Dakota — A man was recently convicted of first-degree murder in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred in Dakota Dunes. Alfredo Castellanos-Rosales, 41, was found guilty by a Union County jury, according to South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley. The incident involved the death of 23-year-old Jordan Beardshear, whose body was discovered in an apartment in June 2023. Prosecutors presented evidence that Castellanos-Rosales was responsible for the stabbing. Following the incident, he fled to Mexico, where he was later apprehended. Attorney General Jackley expressed relief at the jury’s decision, stating that … Read more