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crime1 year ago

Ex-Ballerina Ashley Benefield Sentenced to 20 Years for Husband's Murder

Former ballerina Ashley Benefield was sentenced to 20 years in prison for manslaughter after killing her estranged husband, Doug Benefield, in 2020. She claimed self-defense, citing his abusive behavior, but the prosecution argued the shooting was intentional to gain custody of their child. The trial, known as the "Black Swan trial," included allegations of juror misconduct, which were dismissed. Benefield was acquitted of murder but convicted of manslaughter, with Doug's family expressing satisfaction with the sentence.

via The Guardian US|
#ashley-benefield#crime#custody-battle
crime1 year ago

Juror Bribery Scandal Unfolds in $40M Feeding Our Future Fraud Trial

A juror in a federal trial over a $250 million pandemic relief fraud scheme reported receiving a $120,000 bribe attempt to acquit the defendants. The juror immediately called 911, leading to an FBI investigation. The trial involves seven people accused of exploiting federal child nutrition program funds through the Minnesota nonprofit Feeding Our Future. The juror was dismissed, and the remaining jurors were sequestered for deliberations.

via ABC News|
#bribery#crime#fbi-investigation
legalcourt2 years ago

"Dismissals and DNA: Updates from the Michelle Troconis Trial"

A juror in the trial of Michelle Troconis, accused of helping cover up the murder of Jennifer Dulos, was dismissed after likening the case to "Gone Girl." The juror's comment led to their dismissal, and the trial now has three alternates remaining. Troconis is charged with conspiracy to commit murder and other crimes related to the 2019 disappearance of Dulos, whose body has never been found. The trial has seen two instances of alleged juror misconduct, with another juror previously dismissed for appearing to favor the prosecution.

via The Associated Press|
#connecticut#gone-girl#juror-misconduct
legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"Innocence Project Investigates New Evidence in Scott Peterson Murder Case"

The Los Angeles Innocence Project has taken on Scott Peterson's case, seeking new evidence to prove his innocence in the murder of his pregnant wife, Laci Peterson. Peterson, who was convicted in 2004 and resentenced to life in prison in 2021, filed a petition claiming juror misconduct and presenting "new evidence." His legal team alleges that a juror, Richelle Nice, concealed personal details during the trial. The organization is investigating Peterson's claim of actual innocence and aims to eventually overturn his conviction.

via NBC News|
#juror-misconduct#legalcriminal-justice#los-angeles-innocence-project
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Innocence Project Joins Scott Peterson Murder Case"

The LA Innocence Project has taken up the case of convicted wife killer Scott Peterson, seeking new evidence from the original trial. Peterson, who was convicted in 2004 of killing his pregnant wife and unborn son, has maintained his innocence and alleged jury misconduct. His death sentence was overturned in 2020, and he was resentenced to life in prison without parole in 2021. The case continues to develop as new court filings are made.

via ABC News|
#crime-and-justice#juror-misconduct#la-innocence-project