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Delphi Murders Trial: Jury Deliberates
Jury deliberates in the Richard Allen trial for the 2017 Delphi murders of two teenage girls.
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Richard AllenLiberty GermanAbigail WilliamsBrad RozziFrances Gull
- What arguments did the defense make?
- The defense argued that Allen's confessions were coerced due to his mental state and time spent in solitary confinement. They also challenged the forensic evidence, questioning the bullet match and lack of DNA evidence.
- What is the current status of the trial?
- The trial lasted several weeks and included testimony from psychologists, forensic experts, and law enforcement officials. The jury is now deliberating, with a verdict expected soon.
- What key evidence did the prosecution present?
- The prosecution presented evidence such as Allen's numerous confessions, a video of the suspect from Libby German's phone, and a bullet found at the crime scene matching Allen's gun. The defense argued that Allen's confessions were involuntary and that there was insufficient physical evidence.
- What are the main charges against Richard Allen?
- Richard Allen is accused of killing Liberty German and Abigail Williams in Delphi, Indiana in 2017. The jury is deliberating after hearing evidence including Allen's multiple confessions, a video from Libby's phone, and a bullet matching his gun.
- What was the significance of the video and audio recording from Libby's phone?
- The key evidence included a video and audio recording from Libby German's phone showing a man on the bridge, which the prosecution claims is Allen. An unspent bullet cartridge found at the scene matched Allen's gun, strengthening the prosecution's case.