All articles tagged with #court trial
An 18-year-old Dutch girl was murdered by her father and brothers over her Western lifestyle choices, including social media use and attire, with the father admitting to the killing and the brothers facing trial; the case highlights issues of honour-based violence in the Netherlands.
Julia Wandelt, who believed she was Madeleine McCann, harassed the McCann family for over two years through calls, messages, and in-person visits, despite DNA tests proving she is not Madeleine. She was convicted of harassment but not stalking, sentenced to six months in prison, and will likely be deported, while her co-accused Karen Spragg was acquitted.
Brigitte Macron's daughter testified in a Paris court that sexist cyberbullying and conspiracy theories about her mother's gender and sexuality have negatively impacted her health and family life, amid ongoing legal proceedings against individuals spreading unsubstantiated claims.
Sean Grayson is on trial for the July 2024 murder of Sonya Massey, with live courtroom updates covering witness testimonies, expert analyses on use-of-force, and Grayson's own testimony about the incident.
Gisèle Pelicot, a victim of serial rape and public advocate for justice, returned to court in France to confront her assailant Husamettin Dogan, who is appealing his conviction. The case involves graphic evidence of her assault, and Pelicot publicly denounced the denial of her attacker, emphasizing her ongoing fight for justice and awareness about sexual violence.
A Florida man, Ryan Wesley Routh, was found guilty of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump on his golf course, and other related charges, after representing himself in a two-week trial. During the court proceedings, he attempted to stab himself.
Amazon is facing a four-week trial against the FTC in Seattle, accused of misleading customers into signing up for Prime and making cancellations difficult, potentially risking billions in penalties and refunds. The FTC alleges Amazon enrolled over 35 million people without consent and used arduous cancellation processes, while Amazon defends its practices as compliant and transparent.
Ryan Routh was convicted of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at a Florida golf course, tried to stab himself after the verdict, and had a history of violent and extremist behavior. He represented himself in court and was found guilty on multiple federal charges related to the attempted attack.
Cardi B is currently in a court trial over a 2018 incident, which has turned into a viral spectacle due to her unfiltered personality and humorous courtroom moments. The case involves allegations of assault by a security guard, but lacks substantial evidence, and Cardi B's lively testimony has garnered widespread attention online. The trial also highlights racial undertones and questions about the case's merit, while serving as unexpected promotional content for her upcoming album.
Cardi B's courtroom testimony in a legal case involving her former security guard has become an online spectacle, with fans and meme creators highlighting her candid and humorous responses, which may also serve to boost her upcoming album release.
In Australia, Erin Patterson faces life in prison for poisoning her guests with toxic mushrooms, resulting in the death of her parents, aunt, and her wife Heather, with survivor Pastor Ian Wilkinson expressing profound grief and a desire for justice during her sentencing trial.
Johnny Depp reflects on his legal battle with Amber Heard, claiming he was a 'crash test dummy for #MeToo' and expressing no regrets about the trial, which he sees as a fight for truth amid Hollywood's boycott and social media backlash.
Brendan Paul, former assistant to Sean 'Diddy' Combs, testified in his sex trafficking trial that he bought drugs for Combs and arranged hotel rooms for sex parties, with prosecutors alleging coercion and drug-fueled performances, while the defense claims all activities were consensual.
A male escort known as 'The Punisher' testified about participating in explicit videos involving Diddy and Cassie Ventura, which were shown in court as part of a trial where Diddy faces serious charges. The escort claimed he was unaware of being recorded and expressed shock upon seeing the footage, which depicts disturbing sexual activities linked to the rapper's alleged misconduct.
A judge dismissed a juror in Sean 'Diddy' Combs's federal trial due to inconsistent statements about his residence, raising concerns about candor and jury diversity; the replacement juror is a white man, which has sparked debate over fairness and representation.