Defendants who took the stand in 2025
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December 6, 2025
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Billy Delgado
Billy Delgado is accused of shooting his estranged wife, Erica Torres, multiple times while she was picking up their daughter. Torres survived, but underwent more than two dozen surgeries and spent over five months in the ICU.
‘I Survived’: Erica Torres Joins Court TV After Billy Delgado’s Conviction
Erica Torres talked to Julie Grant about her tough road to recovery and her toxic relationship with Billy Delgado after his conviction. Plus, Zahraa Ali... More
August 5, 2025
Victim Erica Torres Joins Court TV | Shot Five Times Assault Trial
Victim Erica Torres and her mother discuss the trial of Torres' ex-husband, Billy Delgado, who was convicted of shooting her. More
August 1, 2025
Erica Torres, Mother Give Impact Statements After Billy Delgado Sentenced
Erica Torres and her mother give statements after Billy Delgado is sentenced. Torres said, 'I forgive you, Billy...I chose peace over hate.' More
July 30, 2025
Shot Five Times Assault Trial: Billy Delgado Sentenced
After being convicted of shooting his estranged wife, Erica Torres earlier in the day, Billy Delgado is sentenced. More
July 30, 2025
Billy Delgado’s Mother: They Took My Granddaughter, Not Just My Son
During the penalty phase for Billy Delgado, Connie Delgado (Billy's mother) claimed Erica Torres abused the daughter she shared with Billy. More
July 30, 2025
Erica Torres on Pain, PTSD, Loss: Billy Delgado ‘Gave Me a Life Sentence’
Erica Torres broke down during penalty phase for Billy Delgado, detailing life of daily agony, shattered security, endless recovery. More
July 30, 2025
Shot Five Times Assault Trial: Watch the Verdict!
After deliberating, the jury reaches a verdict in Billy Delgado's trial, where he is charged with shooting his estranged wife, Erica Torres. More
July 30, 2025
TX v. Billy Delgado: Shot Five Times Assault Trial
UPDATE: Billy Delgado was sentenced to 50 years in prison after being found guilty of shooting his estranged wife, Erica Torres. More
July 30, 2025
Shot Five Times Assault Trial: Prosecution Rebuttal
Prosecutor Rogelio Soto presents the rebuttal in Billy Delgado's assault trial, saying 'Billy made up an excuse to shoot Erica Torres.' More
July 30, 2025
Shot Five Times Assault Trial: Defense’s Closing Argument
Attorney Oscar Vega presents the defense's closing argument, claiming that Billy Delgado shot his estranged wife, Erica Torres, to protect their daughter. More
July 30, 2025
Shot Five Times Assault Trial: Prosecution’s Closing Argument
Prosecutor Jesus Vigil presents his closing argument in Billy Delgado's trial, alleging that he was lying in wait to shoot his estranged wife, Erica Torres. More
July 30, 2025
Billy Delgado in Jail Call: ‘I Don’t Regret a Motherf***ing Thing I Did’
Billy Delgado said "I don’t regret a motherf***ing thing I did" in a jail call but insisted in court that he does regret it and... More
July 29, 2025
Shot Five Times Assault Trial: Defendant Billy Delgado Takes Stand
Defendant Billy Delgado takes the stand in his defense as he faces accusations of shooting his estranged wife, Erica Torres. More
July 29, 2025
Shot Five Times Assault Trial: Shooting Victim Erica Torres Takes Stand
Shooting victim Erica Torres takes the stand in Billy Delgado's trial, who allegedly shot Torres while she was picking up their daughter. More
July 29, 2025
‘I couldn’t breathe’: Erica Torres describes being shot five times at ex’s trial
Erica Torres said she nearly died and needed 20 surgeries after she was shot by her ex-husband, Billy Delgado. More
July 29, 2025
Victim Erica Torres Describes Shooting: ‘I Just Did Not Want To Die’
Shooting victim Erica Torres describes the alleged shooting, saying 'I kept passing out. I felt... I just did not want to die.' More
July 29, 2025
Victim Erica Torres’ Mother: ‘We Were Praying for a Miracle’
Inez Terrazas, Erica Torres' mother, says 'We were praying for a miracle' after doctors told her Torres 'may not make it through the night.' More
July 29, 2025
Doctor Says Erica Torres Had ‘Less Than 50%’ Chance of Survival
Dr. Ivan Mederos addresses the severity of victim, Erica Torres' injuries, saying 'She had less than 50% chance of survival.' More
July 29, 2025
Erica Torres’ Cousin: Erica Screamed ‘Billy (Delgado) Shot Me’
Kayla De La Cruz, cousin of Erica Torres, shares her personal account of the day when Billy Delgado allegedly shot Erica. More
July 29, 2025
Officer on Torres’ Kia Crash: ‘I Was Trying My Best to Save Her Life’
Officer Luis Castillo said he thought Erica Torres was going to die when he came upon her crashed Kia and she said, "He shot me... More
July 28, 2025
Officer: Delgado’s Stance Was ‘Aggressive’ As He Fired at Torres’ Kia
Florencio Barrera detailed surveillance footage in which Billy Delgado fired roughly 10 rounds at Erica Torres' green Kia Soul. More
July 28, 2025
