Defendants who took the stand in 2025
From a U.S. Army service member to rapper Cardi B, defendants who took the stand in their trials brought drama and emotion to the courtroom. More
December 6, 2025
Ingolf Tuerk
Ingolf Tuerk, a prominent urologist in Massachusetts, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter after strangling his wife and leaving her body in a pond near their home.
MA v. Ingolf Tuerk: Surgeon Strangles Wife Trial
Dr. Ingolf Tuerk was convicted after strangling Kathleen McLean to death in their home in May 2020 and dumping her body in a nearby pond. More
May 16, 2025
Ingolf Tuerk’s defense wants wife’s breast surgery records
Dr. Ingolf Tuerk's defense wants access to Kathleen McLean's medical records for breast enhancement surgery. More
February 17, 2025
Urologist charged with killing wife held without bail
Dr. Ingolf Tuerk, who was fired after a billing scandal, killed his wife and left her body in a small pond near their home, prosecutors said. More
May 22, 2020