Mistrial Declared in Ole Miss Student Murder Case After Jury Deadlock
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A mistrial was declared in the case of Sheldon "Timothy" Herrington Jr., accused of murdering University of Mississippi student Jimmie "Jay" Lee, a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ community. Jurors were unable to reach a verdict after extensive deliberation. Lee's body has not been found, but he is presumed dead. Herrington, charged with capital murder, remains free on bond and could face life imprisonment if retried and convicted. The case involved complex evidence, including electronic records and conflicting testimonies.
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