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AG Ellison takes over Zaria McKeever murder case following family outcry.

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison for taking over the case of Zaria McKeever's killing from her office. Moriarty had offered plea deals to the two juveniles accused in McKeever's killing, which was criticized by McKeever's family and Ellison. Moriarty defended her decision, citing the science of juvenile behavior and the potential trauma the 15-year-old would face in prison. The case was assigned to Ellison's office after he requested it, and Walz used his executive authority to make the assignment.

via MPR News|

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AG Ellison Takes Over Prosecution of Zaria McKeever Murder Case

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has assigned the state's top prosecutor, Attorney General Keith Ellison, to handle the case of Zaria McKeever, who was shot and killed in a Brooklyn Park apartment in November 2022. Two adults and two juveniles agreed to plead guilty to McKeever's death after Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty offered plea deals to keep them in the juvenile system rather than adult court. Moriarty's move drew criticism from many in the community, and the Minnesota Police Association called for state intervention. Ellison requested the assignment, which Walz granted, citing the strong opposition of McKeever's family and the community to the plea deals. Moriarty called Ellison's request "deeply troubling," adding that it "should alarm prosecutors across the state."

via KSTP|

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