Judge to Issue Ruling Later in Ashley Benefield Immunity Hearing
Ashley Benefield is facing a second-degree murder charge for the September 2020 death of Douglas Benefield. More
July 7, 2023
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Self-Defense
In some cases of assault and murder, the defendant claims they had no choice but to act to protect themselves or others.
Ex-ballerina Ashley Benefield argues self-defense in husband’s death at hearing
Ashley Benefield is facing a second-degree murder charge for the September 2020 death of Douglas Benefield. She claims it was self-defense. More
July 7, 2023
Doug Benefield’s Attorney, Cousin React to Hearing
Tommie Benefield, Doug's cousin, told Vinnie Politan that the couple seemed very much in love when he first met Ashley Benefield. More
July 6, 2023
Ashley Benefield Appears in Court for Stand Your Ground Hearing
At one point during the hearing, Doug Benefield's daughter had to leave because of the emotional and graphic testimony. More
July 6, 2023
Black Swan Murder Case: Crime Scene Technician Details Scene
Crime scene technician Amanda Conlon detailed the crime scene in Ashley Benefield's home the night Douglas Benefield was killed. More
July 6, 2023
Black Swan Murder Case: Victim’s Attorney Details Legal Battle
Attorney Stephanie Murphy testified about Douglas and Ashley Benefield's contentious child custody proceedings during an immunity hearing. More
July 6, 2023
Black Swan Murder Case: Victim’s Attorney Details Abuse Allegations
Attorney Stephanie Murphy, who represented Douglas Benefield, testified Ashley Benefield claimed she was poisoned while pregnant. More
July 6, 2023
Black Swan Murder Case: Victim’s Cousin Testifies at Immunity Hearing
Tommie Benefield testified to the timeline of Douglas and Ashley Benefield's relationship. Ashley is accused of killing her husband. More
July 6, 2023
Ashley Benefield to Appear at Stand Your Ground Hearing
Benefield, a former ballerina, is asking a judge to throw out her murder charge as she claims she shot her husband, Doug, in self-defense. More
July 5, 2023
Jordan Neely’s Family Attorney Speaks to Court TV
Neely family attorney Donte Mills spoke to Court TV after the arraignment of Daniel Penny, who's accused of fatally strangling Jordan Neely. More
June 28, 2023
Daniel Penny pleads not guilty in chokehold death of Jordan Neely
Daniel Penny pleaded not guilty to second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the May 1 death of Jordan Neely. More
June 28, 2023
Prosecution Reacts to Verdict in Stolen Reptile Murder Trial
Prosecutors said that William Zelenski's claims were 'beyond ridiculous' and gave thanks to the jury for their verdict. More
June 23, 2023
Stolen Reptile Murder Trial: Victim described as ‘loving and mischievous’
In the letter, Ryelee's Manente-Powell described him as 'troubled and struggling' but also 'unexpectedly witty, loving and mischievous.' More
June 23, 2023
Exclusive: Photo Shows Ryelee Manente-Powell’s Family Praying
Ryelee Manente-Powell's family also released an exclusive statement to Court TV talking about the young life lost. More
June 23, 2023
Stolen Reptile Murder Trial: Day 4
William Zelenski told the jury that he attempted to de-escalate the situation with Ryelee before the deadly shooting. More
June 22, 2023
Stolen Reptile Murder Trial: Zelenski Returns to Stand
William Zelenski returned to the stand for cross-examination in his homicide trial for the death of Ryelee Manente-Powell. More
June 22, 2023
Stolen Reptile Murder Trial: Zelenski’s Romantic Relationships
The relationship between William Zelenski, his wife April, and his girlfriend Tiffany Powell is centerstage at the trial. More
June 21, 2023
‘I Had No Intention of Fighting’: William Zelenski Describes Shooting
William Zelenski became emotional on the stand, saying that Ryelee tried to grab the gun from him before it went off, killing him. More
June 21, 2023
Grand jury indicts Marine veteran in death of Jordan Neely
Daniel Penny has said that he was acting to protect himself and others on the subway, and never intended to harm Neely with a chokehold. More
June 14, 2023
Marine Charged With Manslaughter Releases Statement
Daniel Penny denied that the incident that led to Jordan Neely's death on an New York City subway train was racially motivated. More
June 12, 2023
Marine vet charged with choking man on subway says, ‘I was scared’
Daniel Penny, who is charged with manslaughter, said that his only intention was to restrain Jordan Neely and to protect other passengers. More
June 12, 2023
Susan Lorincz to Appear in Court Thursday
Lorincz is charged with manslaughter after shooting and killing her neighbor, with whom she was feuding. More
June 7, 2023
Travis Rudolph acquitted of all charges
UPDATE: Travis Rudolph thanked the jury as he left a Palm Beach County courthouse after his acquittal on all charges. More
June 7, 2023
‘I had to protect me and my brother’s life’: Travis Rudolph testifies
Rudolph, a former wide receiver, testified that he acted in self-defense when he fired 39 shots, killing a man in April 2021. More
June 5, 2023
Defense challenges detective during Ex-NFL Player Murder Trial
Travis Rudolph’s defense attorney challenged the detective’s assessment of ‘probable cause’ during cross-examination. More
June 2, 2023
Ralph Yarl supporters fill courtroom for Andrew Lester appearance
Yarl's family wore t-shirts with the message 'ringing a doorbell is not a crime' as Andrew Lester appeared in court for a hearing. More
June 1, 2023
Ralph Yarl Makes First Public Appearance Since Shooting
Judge grants protective order for Andrew Lester, who shot Black teen Ralph Yarl. Yarl makes first public appearance since shooting. More
June 1, 2023
Judge seals case of Andrew Lester, man charged in Ralph Yarl shooting
In his ruling Tuesday, Judge Angles cited national media coverage of the incident while announcing his ruling of sealing Andrew Lester's case. More
June 1, 2023
Ex-girlfriend testifies in Travis Rudolph’s murder trial
The ex-girlfriend of Travis Rudolph was cross-examined for hours on the second day of testimony during his murder trial. More
May 30, 2023
Marine vet who fatally choked NYC man freed after surrendering
Daniel Penny's lawyers have said he was acting in self-defense when he pinned Jordan Neely to the floor of the subway car. More
May 12, 2023
