Raul Valle

Raul Valle’s attorney warns retrial will be ‘Groundhog’s Day all over again’

Raul Valle was acquitted on charges of murder, but the jury deadlocked on lesser charges of manslaughter in the death of James McGrath. More

June 1, 2026

Raul Valle cites double jeopardy in motion to dismiss charges

Raul Valle is charged with manslaughter and assault after a deadly fight; he was previously acquitted of murder charges. More

April 27, 2026

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

Jimmy McGrath’s father speaks out after verdict in Raul Valle’s trial

Kevin McGrath honors Jimmy McGrath's legacy as prosecutors refile charges against Raul Valle for the death of his son. More

July 17, 2025

Prosecutors refile charges against Raul Valle for deadly fight

Immediately after a jury found Raul Valle not guilty of murder and first-degree assault, prosecutors refiled lesser charges against him. More

July 15, 2025

CT v. Raul Valle: Preppy Party Murder Trial

After days of deliberation, the jury cleared Raul Valle of the top charges but failed to reach a unanimous verdict on lessers. More

July 9, 2025

Preppy Party Murder Trial: Self-Defense or Murder? | Opening Statements Podcast

As the jury prepares to begin its deliberations in Raul Valle's case, Julie Grant takes a close look at whether the stabbing was self-defense or murder. More

July 8, 2025

Preppy Party Murder Trial: Raul Valle Testimony | Court TV Podcast

This episode features defendant Raul Valle testifying to his account of what happened the night of the stabbings. More

July 7, 2025