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Murderer who kept designer manbag guilty of murder

Dualla Abdi was convicted of murder after a stabbing linked to drug territory disputes, with key evidence from a designer bag he failed to ditch.

April trial for Bay Area man accused of killing his missing wife

A jury trial for a man accused of killing his wife is set for April, following significant evidence presented at his preliminary hearing.

Murderer who kept designer manbag guilty of murder

Dualla Abdi was convicted of murder after a stabbing linked to drug territory disputes, with key evidence from a designer bag he failed to ditch.

April trial for Bay Area man accused of killing his missing wife

A jury trial for a man accused of killing his wife is set for April, following significant evidence presented at his preliminary hearing.
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MP calls for Letby retrial, claims 'no hard evidence'

Sir David Davis calls for a retrial of Lucy Letby due to alleged lack of hard evidence and questions surrounding the initial trial's fairness.
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Bob Lee murder trial: Jury shown Nima Momeni's alleged pantomimed stabbing reenactment

Prosecutors presented video evidence of Nima Momeni mimicking stabbing motions, crucial to the case against him in the murder of Bob Lee.

Friend of Nima Momeni's Sister Contradicts Her Testimony About Sexual Assault

The trial is heavily focused on the credibility of testimonies and video evidence related to the murder of tech entrepreneur Bob Lee.

Bob Lee murder trial: Momeni family tried to erase, replace phones pre-arrest

Momeni's brother-in-law's online search for iPhone erasure methods casts doubt on potential premeditation and motive behind the murder.

Controversial evidence at center of OnlyFans model's murder trial. Will it be made public?

Courtney Clenney's murder trial hinges on the admissibility of evidence linked to attorney-client privilege from a related case involving her parents.

In closing arguments, lawyers in East Bay sibling's murder trial cast divergent views of the case

The Quintanilla siblings murder trial hinges on overwhelming evidence against Jessica and Marco Quintanilla, highlighting issues of guilt and lack of remorse.

Texts, emails from family can be used in OnlyFans model's murder trial

Judge ruled evidence can be used in Clenney's murder trial despite previous issues with attorney-client privilege.

Bob Lee murder trial: Jury shown Nima Momeni's alleged pantomimed stabbing reenactment

Prosecutors presented video evidence of Nima Momeni mimicking stabbing motions, crucial to the case against him in the murder of Bob Lee.

Friend of Nima Momeni's Sister Contradicts Her Testimony About Sexual Assault

The trial is heavily focused on the credibility of testimonies and video evidence related to the murder of tech entrepreneur Bob Lee.

Bob Lee murder trial: Momeni family tried to erase, replace phones pre-arrest

Momeni's brother-in-law's online search for iPhone erasure methods casts doubt on potential premeditation and motive behind the murder.

Controversial evidence at center of OnlyFans model's murder trial. Will it be made public?

Courtney Clenney's murder trial hinges on the admissibility of evidence linked to attorney-client privilege from a related case involving her parents.

In closing arguments, lawyers in East Bay sibling's murder trial cast divergent views of the case

The Quintanilla siblings murder trial hinges on overwhelming evidence against Jessica and Marco Quintanilla, highlighting issues of guilt and lack of remorse.

Texts, emails from family can be used in OnlyFans model's murder trial

Judge ruled evidence can be used in Clenney's murder trial despite previous issues with attorney-client privilege.
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Idaho college killings: Prosecutors push back against Kohberger requests to exclude key evidence

Prosecutors argue that evidence against Bryan Kohberger was obtained lawfully and his defense has the burden to prove otherwise.
#philosophy

Can you choose to believe something, just like that?

Belief is influenced by evidence, environment, and social context, rather than being a simple matter of choice.

2017 Eastern Division Dewey Lecture: On Evidence in Philosophy

Philosophy must integrate evidence to remain relevant and credible.

Can you choose to believe something, just like that?

Belief is influenced by evidence, environment, and social context, rather than being a simple matter of choice.

2017 Eastern Division Dewey Lecture: On Evidence in Philosophy

Philosophy must integrate evidence to remain relevant and credible.
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New York man sentenced to life in South Florida murder of aspiring lawyer

The judge emphasized that a life sentence was necessary for justice in the case of Kendrick Lincoln Williams.

Eyes in the sky usher in new era of law and order

Satellite imagery technology is increasingly being utilized to provide evidence in war crime prosecutions, enhancing the legal process.
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For Years, He Demanded to See the Video. Finally, It Set Him Free.

The wrongful conviction of Arvel Marshall demonstrates the systemic failures in the criminal justice system leading to injustice.

With Trump prosecutors expected to wrap up, it's past time for Judge Merchan to dismiss the case

Despite high-profile testimonies, lack of evidence could lead to case dismissal.

After winning in court, Alameda County DA throws out vehicular manslaughter case; defendant's man bun may have saved him

Prosecutors dismissed the case against Jose Perez due to insufficient evidence despite earlier claims of solid proof.

Rebecca Grossman's lawyers file motion for new trial, seek to overturn murder conviction

Attorneys seek new trial to overturn Rebecca Grossman's second-degree murder conviction for insufficient evidence and erroneous admission.

For Years, He Demanded to See the Video. Finally, It Set Him Free.

The wrongful conviction of Arvel Marshall demonstrates the systemic failures in the criminal justice system leading to injustice.

With Trump prosecutors expected to wrap up, it's past time for Judge Merchan to dismiss the case

Despite high-profile testimonies, lack of evidence could lead to case dismissal.

After winning in court, Alameda County DA throws out vehicular manslaughter case; defendant's man bun may have saved him

Prosecutors dismissed the case against Jose Perez due to insufficient evidence despite earlier claims of solid proof.

Rebecca Grossman's lawyers file motion for new trial, seek to overturn murder conviction

Attorneys seek new trial to overturn Rebecca Grossman's second-degree murder conviction for insufficient evidence and erroneous admission.
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs to push for spring trial as he appears in NYC sex trafficking case today

Sean "Diddy" Combs is preparing for a critical court hearing regarding his sex trafficking and racketeering charges, which may lead to a trial in 2025.

The disturbing video of Sean 'Diddy' Combs attacking Cassie is now at center of his sex abuse case

The 2016 video of Combs attacking Cassie is crucial evidence in his ongoing sex abuse trial.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs to push for spring trial as he appears in NYC sex trafficking case today

Sean "Diddy" Combs is preparing for a critical court hearing regarding his sex trafficking and racketeering charges, which may lead to a trial in 2025.

The disturbing video of Sean 'Diddy' Combs attacking Cassie is now at center of his sex abuse case

The 2016 video of Combs attacking Cassie is crucial evidence in his ongoing sex abuse trial.
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Shock in French Court Shown Videos of Men Accused of Raping Drugged Woman

The trial of Gisele Pelicot highlights critical issues regarding consent, societal norms around rape, and the role of video evidence in sexual assault cases.
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Parolee accused of killing popular NYC sneaker reseller was caught partly by his own kicks: officials

Parolee Jayquan Straker was linked to a murder partly through video evidence showing his distinctive sneakers, leading to his arrest.

How dashcams help solve crimes for police and prove fault in car crashes for drivers

Dash cameras are crucial in traffic investigations, providing clear evidence when witnesses' recollections are often foggy or subjective.

Parolee accused of killing popular NYC sneaker reseller was caught partly by his own kicks: officials

Parolee Jayquan Straker was linked to a murder partly through video evidence showing his distinctive sneakers, leading to his arrest.

How dashcams help solve crimes for police and prove fault in car crashes for drivers

Dash cameras are crucial in traffic investigations, providing clear evidence when witnesses' recollections are often foggy or subjective.
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High-grade masks evidence weak, Covid inquiry told

High-grade face masks may not provide better protection than surgical masks for health workers, raising concerns about their effectiveness and potential harms.
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Access Hollywood' Tape Won't Be Played for Jurors in Trump Trial

The judge in Donald J. Trump's criminal trial allowed the comments from the Access Hollywood tape to be introduced as evidence but ruled against playing the actual video.

The Proud Boys' Reliance on Telegram Didn't Save Them, But It Thwarted Preventing the Attack - emptywheel

Proud Boys' attempts to delete incriminating Telegram messages failed, providing evidence used in prosecutions for their involvement in January 6 events.

Opinion | What I Am Listening for in Michael Cohen's Testimony

The prosecution in the case against Donald Trump may not necessarily need Michael Cohen as a witness due to the evidence accumulated independently.

Access Hollywood' Tape Won't Be Played for Jurors in Trump Trial

The judge in Donald J. Trump's criminal trial allowed the comments from the Access Hollywood tape to be introduced as evidence but ruled against playing the actual video.

The Proud Boys' Reliance on Telegram Didn't Save Them, But It Thwarted Preventing the Attack - emptywheel

Proud Boys' attempts to delete incriminating Telegram messages failed, providing evidence used in prosecutions for their involvement in January 6 events.

Opinion | What I Am Listening for in Michael Cohen's Testimony

The prosecution in the case against Donald Trump may not necessarily need Michael Cohen as a witness due to the evidence accumulated independently.
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Trump's Smoking Gun Is a Dream That Will Never Die

The impact of allegations without concrete evidence
#legal-proceedings

Hunter Biden Prosecutor Derek Hines Confesses He Failed To Do Basic Due Diligence, Again - emptywheel

Prosecutors filed a late motion seeking to prevent Hunter Biden from introducing evidence about inaccuracies in the gun purchase form.

Missing Maine man was shot, placed in a barrel and left at a sand pit, police say

Maine man found dead, body disposed of in barrel in sand pit after being killed; suspect charged with murder, pleaded not guilty.

Fulton County prosecutor's divorce attorney testifies in Fani Willis case

Bradley's expected testimony is crucial in the Fulton County case to determine the timing of the romantic relationship between Wade and Willis.
Bradley's communication with defense attorney Merchant may provide evidence supporting claims of an improper relationship between Willis and Wade.

Hunter Biden Prosecutor Derek Hines Confesses He Failed To Do Basic Due Diligence, Again - emptywheel

Prosecutors filed a late motion seeking to prevent Hunter Biden from introducing evidence about inaccuracies in the gun purchase form.

Missing Maine man was shot, placed in a barrel and left at a sand pit, police say

Maine man found dead, body disposed of in barrel in sand pit after being killed; suspect charged with murder, pleaded not guilty.

Fulton County prosecutor's divorce attorney testifies in Fani Willis case

Bradley's expected testimony is crucial in the Fulton County case to determine the timing of the romantic relationship between Wade and Willis.
Bradley's communication with defense attorney Merchant may provide evidence supporting claims of an improper relationship between Willis and Wade.
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MLB opens investigation into ex-Angel Fletcher

MLB is investigating allegations of David Fletcher gambling with an illegal bookie, facing challenges with obtaining evidence.
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Freshmen Democrats Work to Turn Biden Impeachment Effort on Its Head

Representative Jasmine Crockett strategically shifted attention by presenting evidence of sensitive documents found at Mar-a-Lago during a hearing.

AOC Says GOP's Mayorkas Impeachment Attempt Is "Craven and Without Merit"

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Republicans for their attempt to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas with no evidence
Ocasio-Cortez highlights the inexperience of the Republican House speaker and the baseless nature of the allegations as reasons for the failed impeachment vote

Freshmen Democrats Work to Turn Biden Impeachment Effort on Its Head

Representative Jasmine Crockett strategically shifted attention by presenting evidence of sensitive documents found at Mar-a-Lago during a hearing.

AOC Says GOP's Mayorkas Impeachment Attempt Is "Craven and Without Merit"

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Republicans for their attempt to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas with no evidence
Ocasio-Cortez highlights the inexperience of the Republican House speaker and the baseless nature of the allegations as reasons for the failed impeachment vote
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Bedford sex offender pleads guilty to 1966 killing of 10-year-old, sentenced to 2.5 years in prison

A 75-year-old man pleaded guilty to manslaughter in connection to the 1966 killing of Betty Lou Zukowski after nearly 60 years.

Stacks of Cash at Menendez Home Were Not From His Bank, Prosecutors Say

Senator Menendez's corruption trial is revealing details about the cash found at his home, suggesting it was provided by another person.
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Grisly discovery in Westchester park could hold clues to old shooting

Skeletal remains found in a Westchester County park could be linked to a Connecticut shooting in 2023.
The car found near the remains matches the description of the suspect's vehicle from the 2023 shooting.

How chemical attack fugitive escaped on the Tube as last known movements revealed

Police are hunting for a fugitive sex offender suspected of attacking a mother and two young girls with a corrosive substance in Clapham.
The fugitive was last sighted boarding a London Tube at King's Cross station on the day of the attack.
Significant new evidence was uncovered during overnight raids at several addresses in London and Newcastle.

Grisly discovery in Westchester park could hold clues to old shooting

Skeletal remains found in a Westchester County park could be linked to a Connecticut shooting in 2023.
The car found near the remains matches the description of the suspect's vehicle from the 2023 shooting.

How chemical attack fugitive escaped on the Tube as last known movements revealed

Police are hunting for a fugitive sex offender suspected of attacking a mother and two young girls with a corrosive substance in Clapham.
The fugitive was last sighted boarding a London Tube at King's Cross station on the day of the attack.
Significant new evidence was uncovered during overnight raids at several addresses in London and Newcastle.
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#crime

Woman's body washed up in suitcase after husband murdered her

Aminan Rahman convicted of murdering wife in front of her lover, stuffing body in a suitcase, and dumping it in a river.

Man convicted of attempted murder after torching flat of his deaf, pregnant ex partner

Harry Owusu-Manu was found guilty of attempted murder, aggravated arson, stalking, and carrying a weapon in public.
Dash cam footage from his van was crucial in convicting Owusu-Manu for the arson attack.

Jealous man who fatally stabbed ex's new boyfriend on bus on Oxford Street jailed for life

Jealous killer sentenced to life in prison for fatally stabbing ex-girlfriend's partner on a bus in London.
Detective Chief Inspector highlights key role of CCTV footage and DNA evidence in securing the murderer's guilty plea.

Woman's body washed up in suitcase after husband murdered her

Aminan Rahman convicted of murdering wife in front of her lover, stuffing body in a suitcase, and dumping it in a river.

Man convicted of attempted murder after torching flat of his deaf, pregnant ex partner

Harry Owusu-Manu was found guilty of attempted murder, aggravated arson, stalking, and carrying a weapon in public.
Dash cam footage from his van was crucial in convicting Owusu-Manu for the arson attack.

Jealous man who fatally stabbed ex's new boyfriend on bus on Oxford Street jailed for life

Jealous killer sentenced to life in prison for fatally stabbing ex-girlfriend's partner on a bus in London.
Detective Chief Inspector highlights key role of CCTV footage and DNA evidence in securing the murderer's guilty plea.
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Listen To Your Lawyer: Please Don't Write That In An Email

Internal communications sent via email, text, or messaging app may be used as evidence in court.
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Jury gets manslaughter case against Michigan school shooter's mother

The jury has begun deliberations in the trial of a school shooter's mother, who is charged with involuntary manslaughter for the deaths of four students in 2021.
Prosecutors argue that the mother was negligent in failing to inform the school about the family's guns, including the one used in the shooting.
The jury asked the judge if they could infer anything from the prosecution's failure to present evidence on how the shooter obtained the gun.

Footage of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon's burning car on M61 shown in court

Newly released footage of the burning car is being used as evidence in the trial of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon.
Other evidence, including images from their holiday cottage, is being presented in the trial.

Jury gets manslaughter case against Michigan school shooter's mother

The jury has begun deliberations in the trial of a school shooter's mother, who is charged with involuntary manslaughter for the deaths of four students in 2021.
Prosecutors argue that the mother was negligent in failing to inform the school about the family's guns, including the one used in the shooting.
The jury asked the judge if they could infer anything from the prosecution's failure to present evidence on how the shooter obtained the gun.

Footage of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon's burning car on M61 shown in court

Newly released footage of the burning car is being used as evidence in the trial of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon.
Other evidence, including images from their holiday cottage, is being presented in the trial.
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Clapham victim was in a relationship with fugitive, relative says

The fugitive accused of the chemical attack in south London was reportedly in a relationship with the victim's mother.
New footage and evidence have been found during police raids as the hunt for the suspect enters its third day.

I just went bent': how Britain's most corrupt cop ruined countless lives

The children of two men who were framed for a crime in the 1970s are hoping for their convictions to be quashed.
The Criminal Cases Review Commission has uncovered new evidence that questions the credibility of the police officer who arrested the men.

Medicinal cannabis could benefit MS, diabetic or spinal injury patients, report finds

Limited evidence to support prescribing medicinal cannabis for anxiety or pain
Evidence supports use of cannabis for certain conditions like nausea and vomiting in cancer and spasticity in multiple sclerosis

Supreme Court to Hear Case of Oklahoma Death Row Inmate

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide if Richard Glossip deserves a new trial based on newly disclosed evidence and a confession of error from the state's attorney general.
Glossip's case has attracted support from celebrities like Kim Kardashian and state lawmakers from both political parties.
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N.Y.P.D. Officer Accused of Critically Wounding Man in Off-Duty Shooting

A New York City police officer has been charged with attempted murder and other offences after a road-rage incident in New Jersey.

Outrage as Manhattan DA Bragg's office drops nearly all cases from Columbia University's anti-Israel protest

Most protesters in the Columbia University campus occupation case won't face criminal charges, sparking backlash.

N.Y.P.D. Officer Accused of Critically Wounding Man in Off-Duty Shooting

A New York City police officer has been charged with attempted murder and other offences after a road-rage incident in New Jersey.

Outrage as Manhattan DA Bragg's office drops nearly all cases from Columbia University's anti-Israel protest

Most protesters in the Columbia University campus occupation case won't face criminal charges, sparking backlash.
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