prosecutors
Coverage of prosecutors in the Nexus archive.
- Prosecutors say bullet engraving shows Charlie Kirk was targeted for his politics
Prosecutors involved in Charlie Kirk's killing are arguing that he was targeted due to his politics. This argument centers on evidence from an engraved bullet found at the scene.
- Lindsay Clancy murder trial: prosecutors revive theory of faked suicide attempt
Prosecutors revived a theory in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial suggesting she faked a suicide attempt after allegedly strangling her three children. To make their case of intentional action, prosecutors pointed to internet searches made on the family computer before the killings. Meanwhile, the defense stated that Clancy suffered from postpartum psychosis.
- Federal judge limits prosecution exhibits against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao
Federal judge limited prosecution exhibits against former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao. She and prosecutors spent over three hours fighting over 1,700 pieces of evidence before her federal bribery trial scheduled for October.
- Man who killed 4 people and set their Lancaster home on fire pleads guilty to post-breakup revenge killings
A man killed four people in a Lancaster home, setting it on fire and leaving three dogs to burn to death. Miguel Diego Sandoval pleaded guilty to the murders, an announcement made by the Los Angeles County Distrct Attorney’s Office, and he will face life imprisonment.
- CEO of Crypto Lender Delio Gets 15 Years Over $49M Fraud
The CEO of Crypto Lender Delio was given 15 years over $49M fraud. Prosecutors lost a significant portion of their case due to a botched search of the platform's server host, reducing alleged victims from 2,800 to about 1,100.
- South Korea sentences Delio CEO to 15 years in prison for $50 million crypto fraud: report
A report stated that South Korea sentenced the Delio CEO to 15 years in prison for $50 million crypto fraud. This sentence is less than the 20-year term sought by prosecutors because the judge acquitted Jeong of a primary charge.
- Prosecutors Made Mistake: Maoli Singer Is Not A Drug Dealer, Lawyer Says
Prosecutors mistakenly accused singer Maoli of being a drug dealer, an error that prosecutors blamed on a "typographical error." According to Maoli's lawyer, the singer was defamed by these accusations and is currently exploring legal options.
- Prosecutors seek death penalty for SoCal woman accused of fatally starving adopted daughter
Prosecutors in San Diego are seeking the death penalty against Leticia McCormack. She faces accusations of fatally starving and torturing her adopted 11-year-old daughter, Arabella.
- Prosecutors seek death penalty for SoCal woman accused of fatally starving adopted daughter
San Diego prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against Leticia McCormack. She is accused of fatally starving and torturing her adopted daughter, Arabella. The charges relate to the death of the 11-year-old girl.
- Prosecutors amass over 800 witness statements in case against man accused of Sydney massacre
A prosecutor informed the court that the case against a man accused of murdering 15 people at a Sydney Hanukkah celebration is extensive. The prosecution has amassed over 800 witness statements, and more evidence related to the case had yet to be examined.
- Rat emoji lands man accused of illegal sports betting behind bars
A man accused of conspiring with an NBA player regarding illegal sports betting was sent to jail on Tuesday. This action followed reports from prosecutors that the man had posted a rat emoji, which was intended to intimidate witnesses.
- Luigi Mangione due to appear in New York court over healthcare CEO’s killing
Luigi Mangione is scheduled to appear in Manhattan state court regarding the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors allege that Mangione gunned down Thompson outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel on December 4, 2024. This appearance occurs less than a month before his trial starts on September 8.
- Chicago anti-violence volunteer who faced charges after turning gun in to police reaches plea deal
A Chicago anti-violence volunteer was facing weapons charges after turning a gun in to police. This individual has since reached a plea deal with prosecutors.
- Mother charged after unlicensed 15-year-old kills pedestrian, injures another in Rockford
Charlotte Free Breton is facing criminal charges for allowing her unlicensed 15-year-old daughter to drive in Rockford following a May 3 crash near Ash Street. The van struck two women walking on the sidewalk: Laura Leigh Bachinski, who died at the scene, and Renee Delong, who was seriously injured. Deputies found that the vehicle had no signs of braking or turning marks.
- Emotional testimony continues in Jah’Kobe Bessent sentencing
Jah’Kobe Bessent’s sentencing hearing featured emotional testimony from his stepmother, Nicole Bessent, and a local psychologist concerning behavioral issues, physical abuse, and ADHD during his troubled upbringing. He is being sentenced in connection with an August 2022 crash that killed Maria Tellez Valderrabano while he was driving a stolen vehicle after breaking into a home.
- Man sentenced to life for killing off-duty Monterey Park officer
A 24-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after fatally shooting an off-duty Monterey Park police officer. The fatal incident occurred on Aug. 8, 2022, in a Downey gym parking lot during an attempted carjacking.
- Top female police officer is arrested for attempted MURDER after being son's getaway driver, prosecutors say
A top female police officer was arrested for attempted murder after serving as her son's getaway driver, according to prosecutors.
- Ex-Olympian weighing ‘all options’ after reflecting pool charges dropped
David Hearn's charges related to damaging the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool were dropped. His attorney, Steven Levin, stated Hearn is considering legal remedies, including civil suits and investigations into the prosecutors, after the damage was attributed to a contractor's faulty work.
- Teens force swan to vape, post the evidence online
Two teens allegedly removed a lure from a swan's neck and force-fed it a vape, which they then posted online. Prosecutors have accused the pair of this act.
- Court documents detail allegations against ISP sergeant charged with sexual assault
Court documents detail allegations against an Illinois State Police sergeant charged with sexually assaulting a Tinley Park bartender while off-duty. Prosecutors describe the incident as occurring during the night in question.
- Man sentenced after robbing 6 banks in 4 Chicago suburbs
A suburban Chicago man was sentenced after robbing six banks in four Chicago suburbs. Prosecutors stated he terrorized bank employees and customers during the robberies.
- New details expected in Chino Hills kidnapping-murder case as one suspect set to appear in court
New details are expected in the investigation into the kidnapping and killing of a Chino Hills man. A suspect in the case is set to appear in court.
- Timeline of Trump’s Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool Renovation Saga
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was left empty and fenced in last month due to a 'botched' renovation, according to prosecutors. The issue is linked to Trump's involvement in the project.
- Border Patrol says 'border is closed' as prosecutors announce 250 new immigration cases
The U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector is reinforcing its message that 'the border is closed' with a new social media video showcasing aerial surveillance along the Southwest border. Prosecutors have announced 250 new immigration cases.
- Border Patrol says 'border is closed' as prosecutors announce 250 new immigration cases
The U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector is reinforcing its message that 'the border is closed' through a new social media video showcasing aerial surveillance along the Southwest border. Prosecutors have announced 250 new immigration cases.
- Melina Frattolin’s killer dad Luciano kept bizarre notes, condoms in rental car used to dump 9-year-old’s body: prosecutors
Luciano Frattolin is accused of murdering his 9-year-old daughter Melina. Notes found in his rental car suggest he was planning to regain custody. The rental car also contained bizarre notes and condoms.
- Celeste Rivas Hernandez was not pregnant when she was killed, prosecutors say
A judge ruled there is sufficient evidence to proceed with the trial of singer D4vd for the killing and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors confirmed Celeste was not pregnant when she was killed.
- ‘House of Horrors’ Mom Rejects Plea Deal — Lawyer Makes Stunning Claim
Kimberly Sullivan, accused in the 'House of Horrors' captivity case, has rejected a plea deal offered by prosecutors. Her attorney claims she 'has done nothing wrong' as the case proceeds in a Connecticut courtroom.
- French man discovers 5 dead babies hidden in boxes in his home after argument with wife: prosecutors
A French man discovered remains believed to belong to five newborns hidden in cardboard boxes at his home after his partner gave birth at home and was hospitalized. The incident was reported by prosecutors following an argument with his wife.
- Sicko stranger raped NYC nurse after breaking into her apartment — and will spend decades behind bars
A stranger broke into a nurse's Upper East Side apartment in New York City and raped her while she slept between hospital shifts. The perpetrator was sentenced to over three decades in prison.
- Chicago-area man drove drunk, rammed police vehicles during high-speed chases, prosecutors say
A suburban Chicago man is accused of driving drunk, leading police on two high-speed chases, and crashing into multiple squad cars. Prosecutors allege he rammed police vehicles during the incidents.
- French police discover remains of five babies in a home in southeastern France
French police have opened a murder investigation after discovering the remains of five newborns in cardboard boxes at a couple's home in southeastern France. The bodies were found following a home birth of a healthy baby, leading hospital staff to alert prosecutors.
- Chicago-area men stole 5 license plate reader cameras in single suburb, prosecutors say
Three Chicago-area men are accused of vandalizing and stealing five license plate reader cameras in a suburb. Prosecutors and police have identified the individuals involved.
- 15-year-old shot into Seattle food festival crowd during deadly gunfight, prosecutors allege
A 15-year-old was shot into the crowd during a deadly gunfight at the Bite of Seattle food festival, according to prosecutors. The incident occurred on July 26, 2026, with a police officer later seen near the event's sign.
- Judge rules singer D4vd must stand trial in killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
A judge ruled that singer D4vd must stand trial for the killing and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez after authorities claimed she threatened to expose their relationship. Los Angeles Judge Charlaine Olmedo determined there is sufficient evidence to proceed with the trial.
- D4vd murder case: Final texts from Celeste Rivas Hernandez shown in court
Prosecutors presented a timeline of Celeste Rivas Hernandez's last night, showing her phone went silent after texting D4vd at his home. The case involves final texts from the teen being shown in court.
- Prosecutors call for Barclays protesters to be sentenced under UK terror laws
Prosecutors in the UK are seeking to sentence Barclays protesters under terror laws after they were found guilty of criminal damage. The defendants are affiliated with the group Palestine Action.
- We have a weapon against hate crimes in WA. Now we need people to use it
The article highlights the existence of a weapon against hate crimes in Washington (WA) and emphasizes the need for people to utilize it to combat bias-motivated violence. It calls for persistent advocacy from prosecutors to protect communities affected by such crimes.
- German police hunt suspect in Berlin Pride van-ramming attack that left 1 dead and 16 injured
German police are seeking a 21-year-old suspect, Abdul B., believed to have rammed a van into a crowd at Berlin’s Pride festival, killing one person and injuring 16 others. The suspect, linked to Islamic groups in Berlin, is considered armed and dangerous, prompting a public warning to avoid contact.
- Authorities in Germany issue a wanted notice for suspect in Berlin Pride van ramming
German authorities issued a wanted notice for 21-year-old Abdul B., the suspect in a van ramming near Berlin’s Pride festival that killed one person and injured at least 16. Police described him as potentially armed and dangerous, with ties to Islamic groups in Berlin, though motives and details remain unclear.