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Nanny Pleads Guilty in Virginia Double Homicide

A Virginia nanny pleads guilty to manslaughter in a double homicide case allegedly orchestrated by her employer, the victims' husband.

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Juliana Peres MagalhãesBrendan BanfieldChristine BanfieldJoe RyanViviane Magalhães

When and where did the double homicide take place?: The incident unfolded in February 2023 at the Banfield's Herndon, Virginia home. Police responded to a 911 call and found Christine with stab wounds and Ryan with gunshot wounds.
What charges did Juliana Peres Magalhães plead guilty to?: Juliana Peres Magalhães, a Brazilian nanny, pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the deaths of Christine Banfield and Joe Ryan. She claims Brendan Banfield, her employer and Christine's husband, was the primary aggressor.
What is the perspective of Juliana's stepmother on the events?: Magalhães's stepmother believes Banfield manipulated her stepdaughter. She hopes Magalhães can return to Brazil after serving her sentence.
Who is Brendan Banfield, and what are the charges against him?: Brendan Banfield, a former IRS agent, is accused of orchestrating a plot to murder his wife, Christine, and Joe Ryan, who was lured to their home. He faces four counts of aggravated murder.
What were the initial charges against Magalhães, and what is her potential sentence?: Magalhães initially faced aggravated murder charges but accepted a plea deal resulting in a manslaughter charge. She could face a maximum of 10 years in prison, while Banfield faces a potential life sentence.

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