Shelby Nealy is facing the death penalty after pleading guilty to the murders of his wife's parents and brother. Nealy is already serving 30 years for the death of his wife, Jamie Ivancic.
A jury recommends the death penalty for Shelby Nealy in connection to the murders of Richard Ivancic, Laura Ivancic and Nicholas Ivancic. More
July 25, 2025
Defense attorney Bjorn Brunvand urged jurors to spare Shelby Nealy the death penalty by arguing that his client is a broken man who snapped. More
July 25, 2025
Prosecutor Bryan Sarabia finishes his closing argument, highlighting Shelby Nealy’s texts revealing premeditation, deceit, and post-murder plans. More
July 25, 2025
State attorney gives a closing argument focusing on Shelby Nealy's texts showing premeditation, lies, post-murder plans, and how he exploited his kids for personal gain. More
July 25, 2025
UPDATE: Jury recommends Shelby Nealy be put to death for the murders of Richard Ivancic, Laura Ivancic and Nicholas Ivancic. More
July 25, 2025
Lisa Swensen, the mother of Shelby Nealy, takes the stand for his defense and emotionally chronicles his childhood, adult life, and their relationship. More
July 24, 2025
Paul Swensen Jr., Shelby Nealy's stepfather, gave an emotional testimony about his relationship with Nealy, claiming that he will continue to love and communicate with... More
July 24, 2025
Grace Hanna, who volunteered to type Shelby Nealy's book, provides testimony in support of his defense. More
July 24, 2025
Maria DeLiberato, Public Defender and former attorney for Shelby Nealy, discusses her relationship and experiences with him. More
July 24, 2025
Friend of Shelby Nealy, Rachel Rigby reads a poem written by the defendant, which expresses anger at his father. More
July 22, 2025
Attorney Tania Alavi delivers the defense's opening statement, stating the jury has an individual moral decision to make about whether Shelby Nealy lives or dies. More
July 22, 2025
The State has rested its case in the trial of Shelby Nealy, who is charged with killing his wife, her mother, father, and brother. More
July 22, 2025
Shelby Nealy confesses to his mom. He describes the murders, Jamie's backyard burial, and dealing with the other bodies in shocking detail. More
July 22, 2025
Shelby Nealy describes killing his ex-wife Jamie, her parents Richard and Laura Ivancic, and her brother Nicholas during a police interview. More
July 21, 2025
Det. Derek James Anderson described finding the bodies of the Ivancic family, saying their home was destroyed and in a chaotic state. More
July 21, 2025
Renee Splitt, who is both the daughter and sister of the murdered members of the Ivancic family, played a cherished voicemail from her dad. More
July 18, 2025
Sgt. Joseph Schlotter helped locate Jamie Ivancic's body buried in Shelby Nealy's backyard, wrapped in garbage bags with a fractured skull. More
July 18, 2025
Judge Joseph Bulone joked about the dangers of watching Court TV in a discussion over victim impact statements. More
July 18, 2025
Forensics supervisor, Rhonda Klein describes the photos of the crime scene, where Shelby Nealy murdered his wife's family. More
July 17, 2025
A responding officer describes the crime scene as being like a 'horror movie.' He observed a deceased person as soon as he opened a door. More
July 17, 2025
Richard Ivancic Jr. said the last conversation with his dad took place on his 71st birthday. He requested a welfare check on New Year's Day. More
July 17, 2025
Debera Lafferton, neighbor to the Ivancics, said she saw Shelby Nealy digging what looked like a grave outside the victims' home. More
July 17, 2025
Richard Ivancic Jr. said he and his family were unable to reach his parents, leading them to call police for a welfare check. More
July 17, 2025
Sentencing hearing underway for Shelby Nealy, who pleaded guilty to killing in-laws after they became suspicious he'd killed his ex-wife. More
July 16, 2025
The prosecution presents opening statements in the penalty phase for Shelby Nealy, who pleaded guilty to killing his wife and her family. More
July 16, 2025
Shelby Nealy, who pleaded guilty to killing his ex-wife and her parents and brother, faces sentencing for in-laws' deaths. More
July 15, 2025
