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Judge Testifies ‘Accidental’ Shooting in Wife’s Death During Tense Argument

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Santa Ana, California — Orange County Superior Judge Jeffrey Ferguson took the witness stand on Monday, testifying in his own defense during the ongoing trial concerning the fatal shooting of his wife. Ferguson, 74, faces murder charges, emphasized by allegations related to discharging and personally using a firearm in the August incident. During his emotional testimony, Ferguson maintained that the shooting of his 65-year-old wife, Sheryl, was accidental, occurring amid a heated argument about financial support given to his son from a previous marriage. The argument, according to Ferguson, revolved around his financial assistance to … Read more

Cowboys Kicker Brandon Aubrey Testifies, Leading to 65-Year Sentence for Assailant in Assault Case

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In a recent case that captured public attention in Fort Worth, Texas, Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey has been notably involved in a legal proceeding where a man was convicted and sentenced to a lengthy prison term for assault. The jury, after weighing the evidence, found the defendant guilty and delivered a verdict that resulted in a 65-year sentence. The case raised significant discussions regarding justice and sentencing, spotlighting not just the crime but also the processes of the local legal system. The involvement of a high-profile sports figure like Aubrey contributes an element of public … Read more

Texas Man’s Execution Halted as He Testifies on Flaws in State’s Junk Science Law

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Austin, TX — A significant development occurred in Texas as the execution of Robert Roberson was halted, triggered by a legal tool intended to combat wrongful convictions from faulty evidence—the state’s pioneering “junk science” law of 2013. This law permits convicts to seek retrials if the evidence used during their trials is later deemed unreliable. Roberson was set to testify before a state House committee regarding the law’s implementation, just days after his scheduled execution. Roberson, 57, faced death row for the 2002 murder of his two-year-old daughter, Nikki Curtis, in Palestine, Texas. Prosecutors initially … Read more

Elkins Man Testifies In His Own Defense During Tense Murder Trial Over Stepfather’s Death

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ELKINS, W.Va. — In the quiet streets of Elkins, the dramatic trial of Kenneth Gilliam, 59, implicated in the first-degree murder of his stepfather, reached its climactic phase with jury deliberations commencing Thursday. The case has gripped the Randolph County community due to its dark undertones and a history of domestic wrangles. Gilliam, who took the stand in his defense, faced charges for the fatal stabbing of 75-year-old Donald Kelly on March 5, 2022, in the home they shared. Arrested several months after the incident, his courtroom testimony provided a chilling recount of familial hostility … Read more