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crime1 year ago

Richard Allen Convicted in Delphi Murders, Families React

Richard Allen was found guilty of the 2017 murders of Abby Williams and Libby German in Delphi, Indiana, after a three-week trial and 19 hours of jury deliberation. The verdict brought a sense of justice and relief to the community, which had been haunted by the case for years. Allen's confession and evidence placing him at the crime scene were pivotal in the jury's decision. While some locals feel justice was served, others, like Arielle Claybaugh, believe Allen is innocent and plan to pursue appeals.

via FOX 59 Indianapolis|
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crime1 year ago

Richard Allen Convicted in Delphi Teen Murders

Richard Allen was found guilty on all charges for the 2017 murders of teenagers Abby Williams and Libby German in Delphi, Indiana. The jury reached its verdict after four days of deliberation, convicting Allen of multiple counts of felony and knowing murder. The case, which gained national attention, involved key evidence such as a .40-caliber round linked to Allen's gun, though no DNA evidence was found. Allen's sentencing is scheduled for December 20, and a gag order prevents the victims' families from commenting until then.

via ABC News|
#abbywilliams#crime#delphimurders
crime1 year ago

Richard Allen Convicted in Delphi Double Murder Case

Richard Allen was found guilty of murdering 13-year-old Abigail Williams and 14-year-old Liberty German in the 2017 Delphi murders. The jury deliberated for 19 hours before reaching the verdict, which could lead to a 130-year prison sentence for Allen. Despite his multiple confessions, the defense argued a lack of physical evidence and Allen's mental health issues. The case, which went cold for over five years, gained renewed attention after Allen's arrest in 2022, partly due to a video from one of the victim's phones identifying the suspect as "Bridge Guy."

via CNN|
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crime1 year ago

Richard Allen Convicted in Delphi Murders of Two Teens

Richard Allen has been convicted of the 2017 murders of two teenage girls, Liberty German and Abigail Williams, in Delphi, Indiana. After three days of deliberation, the jury found Allen guilty based on multiple confessions and evidence linking him to the crime scene. Despite the defense's argument that Allen's confessions were involuntary and made under mental distress, the prosecution presented audio recordings of his admissions. Allen faces up to 130 years in prison, with sentencing scheduled for December 20.

via CBS News|
#confession#crime#delphimurders
crime1 year ago

Jury Delivers Verdict in Delphi Murders Trial

A jury has reached a verdict in the trial of Richard Allen, who is accused of murdering Abby Williams and Libby German in Delphi, Indiana, in 2017. The verdict was confirmed on November 11, and reporters are awaiting the announcement from the courtroom, where no electronic devices are allowed. Allen has been on trial for nearly three weeks, with the prosecution claiming he confessed to the murders, while the defense argues his confession was due to a psychotic break and based on weak evidence.

via WTHR|
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crime1 year ago

Jury Deliberates in Delphi Murders Trial of Richard Allen

A jury has begun deliberations in the trial of Richard Allen, accused of murdering two teenage girls in Delphi, Indiana, in 2017. Allen, who has pleaded not guilty, faces multiple murder charges. The prosecution presented evidence including confessions, a video, and a bullet linked to Allen's gun, while the defense argued the confessions were involuntary and highlighted a lack of physical evidence. The case, which remained unsolved for years, gained attention due to a video and audio recording of the suspect captured on one of the victim's phones.

via CNN|
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crime1 year ago

Delphi Murders: Jury Deliberates Fate After Closing Arguments

In the Delphi murders trial, closing arguments were presented by Carroll County Prosecutor Nick McLeland, who detailed the events leading to the deaths of Abby Williams and Libby German in February 2017. Richard Allen faces four counts of murder, with the prosecution arguing that he kidnapped and killed the girls. Key evidence includes a bullet linked to Allen's gun, witness testimonies, and Allen's own confessions during phone calls and to a prison psychologist. The prosecution urged the jury to find Allen guilty based on the presented evidence and confessions.

via FOX 59 Indianapolis|
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crime1 year ago

Delphi Murders Trial: Family Testifies Amidst Confession Claims

In the Delphi murders trial, Richard Allen's family members testified for the first time, denying allegations of molestation and asserting they wouldn't lie for him. The defense questioned the reliability of Allen's prison confessions, citing his mental decline. Key witness Brad Weber's testimony about a white van seen near the crime scene was scrutinized, with the defense suggesting Allen could have learned this detail from a psychologist. Former Delphi police chief Steve Mullin's testimony was also challenged regarding the vehicle involved in the case.

via FOX 59 Indianapolis|
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crime1 year ago

Delphi Murder Suspect's Alleged Confessions Revealed in Court

In the Delphi double-murder trial, jurors heard audio recordings of Richard Allen confessing to the 2017 murders of teenagers Abby Williams and Libby German. Allen allegedly confessed over 60 times to various individuals, including his wife and prison staff. Despite these confessions, questions remain about his mental state and the lack of DNA evidence linking him to the crime. The defense argues that Allen's mental health issues, exacerbated by solitary confinement, influenced his confessions. The prosecution's case lacks DNA evidence but includes a bullet linked to Allen's gun.

via CNN|
#confession#crime#delphimurders
legalcrime1 year ago

Defense Seeks Dismissal of Delphi Murder Charges Over Deleted Evidence

The defense team for Richard Allen, the suspect in the Delphi murders case, is seeking to have the murder charges against him dismissed, alleging that interview recordings with key suspects were deleted, potentially impacting their defense strategy. The defense attorneys claim that the missing recordings were crucial to their alternative theory of the murders and that the destruction of this evidence demonstrates negligence or intentional conduct by the state. They also argue that previous attempts to throw out evidence against Allen have been defeated, but they continue to contest the new charges and the handling of the case by the special judge.

via FOX 59 Indianapolis|
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