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Richard Allen GUILTY on all counts in the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German. I was seated right behind Allen while the verdict was read. Lots of details to share here and on 13News at 5, 6, 11.

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Richard Allen will be sentenced Dec 20 in #Delphi. His attorneys then have 30 days to file a notice of appeal, which will trigger the court reporter to create a full trial transcript. The defense will have 30 days to file an appeal brief after the transcript is complete.
 

Jury finds Richard Allen guilty for murdering Libby German & Abby Williams | Day 21 | DELPHI DEBRIEF​




Nov 11, 2024
Richard Allen has been found guilty on all four counts for the murders of Abby Williams and Libby German.

The jury deliberated for approximately 19-20 hours over several days, reaching the verdict Monday afternoon.

Allen was found guilty of felony murder of both girls and guilty of knowingly and intentionally killing both girls.

It took the jury less than two minutes to enter the courtroom and read the verdict.

Read more: https://www.wthr.com/article/news/cri...
 
13 Things To Know From The #Delphi Murders Trial Today - Verdict Day - Nov 11

1. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty. Guilty.Jurors convicted Richard Allen on all 4 murder charges, finding he killed Abby Williams & Libby German. I sat 15 ft behind Allen as the verdict was read.


2. We started to realize a verdict was taking place today when Abby & Libby’s families walked into the courthouse at 1:12pm. The jury had spent approx 19 hours deliberating over 4 days when everyone started heading inside the building.


3. Outside the courthouse, a large crowd gathered to await the verdict. All major national news networks were present, as well as folks across Indiana, the nation & even some international visitors to hear what the jury had decided.


4. Judge Gull entered the courtroom at 2:11, saying that outbursts would not be tolerated when the verdict was read. “Regardless of what the verdict is, [some] people aren’t going to be happy,” she said, inviting those present to “take your unhappiness outside” or risk expulsion.


5. Jurors entered at 2:19, gave Gull their verdict form, and were each polled about their decision. Then they were dismissed and left the courtroom at 2:22. Verdict was fast! Sitting in the front row, I had a pretty good vantage point to see reactions throughout the courtroom.


6. When the first GUILTY was announced, one of the victims’ family members said “Yes!” I could not tell who said it. Libby’s grandma, Becky, clutched her husband’s arm, smiled and hugged him. Libby’s mom cried. Abby’s family was seated further away but I saw smiles and hugs.
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7. Richard Allen showed no emotion whatsoever as the verdict was read. He later looked back at his wife & mother and said “Are you ok?” His family members cried, and his wife, Kathy, looked angry. After the verdict, Allen was led away in handcuffs with his hands behind his back.


8. The judge set a sentencing date for Dec 20. The hearing will take several hours (or all day) as the State & Defense argue for a longer/lighter sentence & the judge hears victim impact statements from families. Each charge brings a maximum penalty of 45-65 years in prison.


9. After the judge left the courtroom, that’s when the real emotion came out. Abby & Libby’s families got up and hugged each other and thanked and hugged the prosecutors. Prosecutor Nick McLeland hugged his dpty prosecutors and investigators. They all had a look of pure relief.


10. The strongest emotion came from Indiana State Police, who’ve been working the case for 7-1/2 years. ISP superintendent Doug Carter rested his face in his hands and cried. ISP investigator Jerry Holeman (pictured) gave Nick McLeland a bear hug and a kiss on the cheek.


11. Richard Allen’s family was comforted by defense attorney Jennifer Auger, who embraced Kathy Allen as she cried after the verdict. Outside the courthouse, Kathy told reporters & the gathered crowd, “It’s not over.” An appeal IS coming. The defense can file it after sentencing.


12. We had hoped to hear from the families, attorneys & investigators after the verdict. Judge Gull has not yet lifted the gag order so none can talk until after sentencing. Becky Patty, Libby’s grandmother, posted this photo of Libby online after the verdict: a true superhero.


13. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to bring you details of this trial. Here’s our final #Delphi Debrief. It’s an emotional one.Thank you for reading, watching & trusting my 13News colleagues & me to take you inside the courtroom with us. #wthr

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=c1QF9PfG4PQ


@BobSegallWTHR
 
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Richard Allen found guilty in Delphi Murders trial

DELPHI, Ind. (WISH) — Delphi Murders suspect Richard Allen was found guilty Monday after a 21 days in one of the most high-profile trials in Indiana history. Sentencing was set for Dec. 20. A gag order on people who handled the case and on the families of the suspect and victims will remain in...
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11/12/2024
 
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