'No Comment': Matthew Lanz Declines to Testify in Murder Trial

When asked by Judge Sonja Brown whether he'll testify in his own defense Matthew Lanz responded with 'No comment,' setting the stage for closing arguments in his bench trial. Lanz is accused of murdering Justin and Amber Hicks. (11/20/25) MORE

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