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White supremacist obstructs Pittsburgh synagogue shooting trial with threats to jurors and witnesses

A self-proclaimed white supremacist, Hardy Carroll Lloyd, has pleaded guilty to making online threats towards the jury and witnesses involved in the trial of Robert Bowers, who killed 11 congregants at a Pittsburgh synagogue. Lloyd, described as a leader of a white supremacy movement, admitted that the victims' Jewish faith prompted him to target the jury and witnesses. If the plea agreement is accepted, Lloyd faces more than six years in prison. The Justice Department emphasized that anyone attempting to obstruct a federal trial through threats or intimidation will face the full force of the law.

via NBC News|
#crime#jury-intimidation#justice-department
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Arrest Made: White Supremacist Threatens Pittsburgh Synagogue Trial Jury

Hardy Carroll Lloyd, a self-proclaimed white supremacist, has been arrested for making online threats towards the jury and witnesses involved in the trial of Robert Bowers, who killed 11 people at a Pittsburgh synagogue. Lloyd is accused of sending threatening social media posts, emails, and placing stickers with antisemitic messages in Jewish areas of Pittsburgh. The U.S. Justice Department has charged him with obstruction of justice, transmitting threats, and witness tampering, which could result in a maximum of 35 years in prison if convicted.

via The Associated Press|
#crime#pittsburgh-synagogue-shooting#threats
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"Justice Served: Sentencing the Pittsburgh Synagogue Gunman for the Nation's Deadliest Antisemitic Attack"

Robert Bowers, the man responsible for the deadliest attack on Jews in U.S. history, has been sentenced to death for killing 11 congregants at a Pittsburgh synagogue. The judge ordered death by lethal injection for Bowers, who showed no remorse for his vicious antisemitic act. Survivors and family members confronted Bowers in court, describing the pain and suffering he inflicted. The jury unanimously found that Bowers' attack was motivated by his hatred of Jews and rejected claims of mental illness. Despite President Biden's pledge to end capital punishment, Bowers' death sentence marks the first federal death sentence imposed during his presidency. An appeal is expected, and Bowers may spend years on federal death row.

via The Associated Press|
#antisemitism#crime#death-penalty
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"Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooter Sentenced to Death by Judge"

Robert Bowers, the man convicted in the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, was formally sentenced to death for the deadliest antisemitic attack in American history. Before the sentencing, victims, survivors, and families spoke about the personal impact of the shooting. They expressed their grief, anger, and the lasting effects of the tragedy. Bowers, dressed in a red prison uniform, remained detached and focused on taking notes throughout the proceedings. The defense is expected to appeal the case.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|
#antisemitic-attack#crime#death-sentence
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"Justice Served: Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooter Sentenced to Death as Families Condemn Him"

The Pittsburgh synagogue shooter, Robert Bowers, has been formally sentenced to death after a federal jury unanimously agreed on the death penalty. The sentencing comes after victims' families delivered emotional impact statements, expressing their grief and calling Bowers "vile" and "worthless." Bowers targeted the Tree of Life synagogue in 2018, killing 11 people and injuring six others. Prosecutors argued that the shooting was motivated by Bowers' hatred towards Jews and immigrants. The sentencing represents the first federal death sentence under the Biden administration, which has imposed a moratorium on executions.

via CNN|
#anti-semitism#crime#death-sentence
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Families Confront Synagogue Shooter as Death Sentence is Given

Grieving families of the 11 Jewish worshipers killed in the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting had the opportunity to confront shooter Robert Bowers during his sentencing hearing, before a federal judge formally sentenced him to death. The hearing included 22 witnesses who delivered victim impact statements, expressing their pain and loss. Bowers, who expressed pride in the killings, was convicted of 63 federal counts, including hate crimes resulting in death. The jury unanimously found that his attack was motivated by his hatred of Jews and that he lacked remorse.

via Fox News|
#antisemitic-attack#crime#death-sentence
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"Justice Served: Pittsburgh Synagogue Mass Shooter Sentenced to Death"

Robert Gregory Bowers, the man responsible for the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting that killed 11 people and injured seven others, has been sentenced to death by a federal judge. Bowers, driven by antisemitism, targeted the Tree of Life synagogue during Sabbath services. The sentencing comes after a jury unanimously decided on the death penalty. However, due to the Department of Justice's moratorium on capital punishment, it may be years before the execution takes place. The trial included emotional testimonies from survivors and victims' family members, highlighting the lasting impact of the attack.

via NBC News|
#antisemitism#crime#death-penalty
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"Pittsburgh Synagogue Gunman Sentenced to Death for Nation's Deadliest Antisemitic Attack"

Robert Bowers, the gunman who carried out the deadly antisemitic attack at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh, will be sentenced to death, according to a federal jury's decision. Bowers, who killed 11 worshippers and wounded several others in 2018, showed little reaction as the sentence was announced. The jury unanimously found that Bowers' attack was motivated by his hatred of Jews and lacked remorse. The sentencing comes after a lengthy trial where Bowers' defense argued for a life sentence, citing his severe mental illness, while the prosecution maintained that he knew exactly what he was doing. The synagogue has been closed since the attack, and the Tree of Life congregation is working on an overhauled complex to combat antisemitism.

via The Associated Press|
#antisemitic-attack#crime#death-penalty
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Jury Deliberates Death Penalty in Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Trial

Federal prosecutors argued for the death penalty in the trial of Robert Bowers, the gunman who killed 11 people at Pittsburgh's Tree of Life synagogue in 2018, citing his hatred for Jews and lack of remorse. Defense attorney Judy Clarke argued for a life sentence, highlighting Bowers' unstable childhood and mental health issues. The trial's closing arguments focused on aggravating and mitigating factors, with the prosecution emphasizing Bowers' ongoing hatred and lack of remorse, while the defense emphasized his difficult upbringing and mental health problems. The jury's decision on the death penalty must be unanimous, otherwise, Bowers will be sentenced to life in prison without parole.

via CNN|
#antisemitism#crime#death-penalty
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Unveiling the Troubled Past and Traumatic Aftermath of the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting

Expert testimony in the sentence-selection phase of Robert Bowers' trial revealed a pattern of neglect and trauma in his troubled childhood, including threats of harm from his parents, speech regression, and multiple suicide attempts. Bowers' mother consistently failed to provide the necessary care and intervention, leading to his mental health deterioration. The defense argues that Bowers' troubled upbringing and history of mental illness should spare him from the death penalty. Bowers was found guilty of killing 11 people and injuring four police officers in the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue shooting.

via TribLIVE|
#crime#family-history#mental-illness
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Contrasting DOJ's Death Penalty Decisions in Synagogue and Mall Massacres

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has made contrasting decisions regarding the death penalty in the cases of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting and the Texas mall shooting, both motivated by racial hate. While the DOJ authorized the death penalty for the Pittsburgh case, the shooter in the Texas attack received a life sentence. The DOJ's death penalty policies are criticized for being murky and inconsistent, with decision-making and criteria shrouded in secrecy. President Biden campaigned on abolishing the death penalty, but his DOJ has made some changes, including a moratorium on federal executions and withdrawing permission for death sentences in several cases. Critics point to the enigmatic Capital Case Section within the DOJ as a contributing factor to the lack of significant changes in death penalty decisions. Mental illness and victim support are factors that influence the DOJ's decisions, and changes in guidance under the Biden administration specify that mental illness can count against approving death sentences.

via The Associated Press|
#bidens-justice-department#crime#death-penalty
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"Pittsburgh Jury Deliberates Death Penalty for Synagogue Shooter"

The jury in the trial of the Pittsburgh synagogue mass shooter has begun deliberations to determine if he is eligible for the death penalty. If found eligible, the trial will move to a final phase to consider whether to recommend the death penalty. The jury can also decide he is ineligible, resulting in life sentences. The shooter, Robert Bowers, was found guilty of killing 11 worshipers and wounding six others in 2018. The defense has focused on proving Bowers' mental illness as a factor in his intent to kill, while the prosecution argues that his beliefs were repugnant and not indicative of mental illness.

via CNN|
#crime#death-penalty#guilt-phase
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Pittsburgh synagogue gunman's mental health debated in death penalty trial.

Lawyers for Robert Bowers, the gunman convicted in the deadliest antisemitic attack in US history, argued that he is mentally ill and unable to understand the world or make appropriate decisions. Bowers was convicted this month in the 2018 killings of 11 worshippers at a Pittsburgh synagogue, and prosecutors are seeking the death penalty. The defense argues that Bowers was unable to form the requisite level of intent to allow the jury to impose a death sentence. The penalty phase of the trial is expected to last four to five weeks.

via The Associated Press|
#crime#death-penalty#mental-illness
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Insights from Officers on Confronting Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooter

Police officers testified in the trial of Robert Bowers, the suspect in the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting, describing their confrontation with him. Bowers claimed sole responsibility for the attack, which left 11 people dead and six wounded, including four police officers. Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with one officer wounded and another carrying a badly wounded SWAT operator to safety. Bowers has pleaded not guilty to 63 charges, including hate crimes resulting in death, and could face the death penalty if convicted.

via CNN|
#crime#hate-crime#pittsburgh-synagogue-shooting