Richard Allen found guilty of murdering Indiana teens
BREAKING NEWS: Richard Allen Found Guilty of Murder in 2017 Deli Double Homicide
A jury in Deli, Indiana has delivered a guilty verdict in the 2017 murder trial of Richard Allen, who was charged with the deaths of two teenage girls, Abby Williams and Libby German. The girls’ bodies were found near a bridge one day after they went missing while hiking.
Jury Deliberates for 4 Days
The jury took four days to deliberate, spending a total of 19.5 hours reviewing evidence and testimony. On Saturday, they spent at least five hours reviewing the case, before delivering the guilty verdict just moments ago.
Prosecution and Defense Arguments
During closing arguments, prosecutors told the jury that Allen slit the throats of the two girls, stealing their youth and life away from them. In contrast, the defense argued that despite Allen’s multiple confessions from behind bars, his mental health was impaired due to being held in solitary confinement for 13 months.
Guilty Verdict and Sentence
The jury found Allen guilty on four counts, and he faces a sentence of 130 years in prison. This verdict brings closure to the families of the two girls, who have been seeking justice for seven years.
Background of the Case
Abby Williams, 13, and her friend Libby German, 14, went missing while hiking in Deli, Indiana in 2017. Their bodies were found near a bridge the next day, sparking a massive investigation and an outpouring of grief from the community.
NBC News Correspondent Adrian
NBC News correspondent Adrian was following the trial closely and provided live updates throughout the deliberation process. According to Adrian, the jury’s guilty verdict is a significant moment for the families of the two girls and brings an end to a long and difficult chapter in their lives.
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