Suspect’s request for DNA testing in Crystal Rogers case denied, trial set to start next month
The additional DNA testing could have taken months, further delaying Steve Lawson’s trial in the death of Crystal Rogers.
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‘Safe Louisville’ aims to curb violent crime in Louisville; Here’s how
“There’s been many, many more senseless murders, and it’s sad,” Linda Dougherty said. Her brother was fatally shot in 2011 and his case has gone unsolved.
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Crystal Rogers case: Prosecutor accuses Steve Lawson’s team of ‘fishing expedition’ in attempt to delay trial
Steve Lawson’s defense attorneys want to do thorough DNA testing, which could delay his trial by months.
Crystal Rogers case: Why prosecutors don’t want to DNA test hairs found in abandoned car
In court Thursday, attorneys for one of the three men charged in the disappearance and murder of Crystal Rogers filed two new motions hoping to delay trial.
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Can a judge make Steve Lawson provide a DNA sample in Crystal Rogers case? What to expect in court Thursday
One of the three men charged in the disappearance and murder of Crystal Rogers is scheduled for a court appearance Thursday.
‘Yours is up next’; Parents fear new online scam will kill more Kentucky kids as FBI warns of growing threat
Eli Heacock, 16, took his own life less than an hour after being contacted by online predators. FBI Louisville says he is one of thousands of kids being targeted.
Court documents reveal hair found in trunk of Houck family car ‘similar’ to Crystal Rogers
Steve Lawson’s attorneys object to new DNA testing, according to prosecutors.
Nelson County judge orders new DNA testing on hairs found in Crystal Rogers’ car
Nelson County Judge Charles Simms has ordered two hairs found in Crystal Rogers’ abandoned vehicle be tested for DNA evidence.
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Nelson County judge makes special offer to Steve Lawson in attempt to keep trial on track
Judge Charles Simms offered to bring Steve Lawson to the courthouse every day between now and the trial date to review evidence “if that’s what it takes.”
‘It’s too late for me’; Sherry Ballard working with lawmakers to change Kentucky law
Sherry Ballard contacted lawmakers after learning the Houck family could not be criminally charged for secretly recording grand jury proceedings.
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Shootings down nearly 40 percent since 2020, Louisville mayor says at State of the City address
Mayor Craig Greenberg also said Louisville Metro Police has identified and arrested an entire criminal gang operating in the city.
Crystal Rogers Case: Latest on where the death investigation stands
The three men charged in Crystal Rogers’ death will face juries in two different trials in Bowling Green later this year.
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Attorneys for Richard Allen cite alleged errors in Delphi murders case in push to overturn convictions
Richard Allen’s defense team filed a Motion to Correct Errors asking the judge to set aside his convictions or to set a hearing to discuss the issues they bring up.
Crystal Rogers Case | Steve Lawson’s trial pushed back three months. Here’s why
Steve Lawson is charged with conspiracy to murder and tampering with physical evidence in the Bardstown mother’s death.
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Breonna Taylor case: Former LMPD detective looks to overturn verdict, get new trial
Hankison, a former LMPD detective, was found guilty of violating Breonna Taylor’s civil rights when police raided her apartment in 2020.
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