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Violent Chaos Erupts in Courtroom as Killer Mocks Grieving Mother
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Violent Chaos Erupts in Courtroom as Killer Mocks Grieving Mother

A courtroom brawl erupted in Texas after the mother of a 16-year-old murder victim accused the accused killer, Frank DeLeon Jr., of laughing at her during her emotional testimony. DeLeon is on trial for shooting his ex-girlfriend, Diamond Alvarez, 22 times in January 2022. After the victim's mother finished her testimony, she attempted to confront DeLeon but was stopped by a bailiff. Alvarez's uncle then rushed DeLeon and punched him multiple times before court employees intervened. The judge adjourned the courtroom following the incident. DeLeon had accepted a plea deal and faces 45 years in prison, with eligibility for parole halfway through his sentence.

Pittsburgh synagogue shooter found guilty, penalty phase begins.
crime2 years ago

Pittsburgh synagogue shooter found guilty, penalty phase begins.

The federal jury has convicted Robert Bowers on all 63 charges against him, including 22 capital charges, for the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue massacre. The penalty phase will begin on June 26, where the jury will hear more testimony, including victim impact statements, to decide whether Bowers will face the death penalty or life in prison. Defense attorneys have acknowledged Bowers as the shooter but argued that it wasn't an antisemitic attack. The Jewish community is preparing for the emotional impact of the upcoming testimony.