Trial

Murder Trial Deliberations Extend as Jury Weighs Fate of Accused in High-Profile Acupuncturist Killing

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Honolulu, Hawaii – In a courtroom on Friday, Eric Thompson faced a jury trial for the alleged murder of acupuncturist Jon Tokuhara that took place in January 2022. The trial, steeped in emotional testimonies and legal intricacies, captured the city’s attention as it unfolded. Eric Thompson is accused of killing Tokuhara, who was previously involved romantically with Thompson’s wife. The incident that led to Tokuhara’s death occurred on January 12, 2022, and since then, the details surrounding the case have been a focal point of local media and community discussions. The jury, having deliberated for … Read more

Killer of Brittanee Drexel to Face Civil Trial in Georgetown County Next Week

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Georgetown County, S.C. – A significant legal proceeding is set to take place in Georgetown County next week as Raymond Moody, convicted of the murder of Brittanee Drexel, is scheduled to appear for a civil trial. Moody, who is currently serving a life sentence, will be transported from the South Carolina Department of Corrections to the county’s judicial center on Monday, following a judge’s approval of the transportation order earlier this month. Brittanee Drexel, originally from New York, tragically disappeared on April 25, 2009, while she was vacationing in Myrtle Beach. Her disappearance remained a … Read more

Jury Dismissed from High-Stakes £1.38 Million Watch Heist Trial

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London, UK – A jury was discharged in the trial of individuals accused of stealing watches valued at approximately £1.38 million from a suburban London store. The dismissal occurred after the jury failed to reach a verdict following extensive deliberations. The case involved a daring raid on a high-end watch retailer where suspects allegedly executed a well-planned theft, escaping with luxury watches worth over a million pounds. The heist, notable for both its audacity and precision, has been under investigation leading to multiple arrests. Details from court proceedings reveal that the suspects were purportedly part … Read more

Elisabeth Haub School of Law’s BLSA Team Shines with Top Finish at Constance Baker Motley Mock Trial Competition

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Boston, MA — Demonstrating exceptional legal acumen and strategic prowess, the Black Law Students Association (BLSA) Mock Trial Team from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University clinched a top two position at the 2024–2025 Constance Baker Motley Mock Trial Competition. This competitive event was part of the 57th Annual Northeast Black Law Students Association (NEBLSA) Regional Convention, emphasizing the strength and capabilities of the participating teams from across the Northeast. Over four grueling days, the team from Haub Law, consisting of students Julie Bazile (2L), Jason Lee (4L Flex), Andrew Pierre (3L), … Read more