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Ankeny doctor convicted of sexual assault

He is scheduled to stand trial April 1, 2024, on an enhanced charge. If convicted, he could face 50 years in prison with a mandatory 42½ years.

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2/16/2024

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Jury convicts three of attempted murder

Evidence showed that the defendants, without provocation, fired 48 gunshots at the three victims.

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2/9/2024

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Mississippi man charged with third-degree criminal mischief in violation of individual rights

Evidence shows the defendant made statements to law enforcement and the public indicating he destroyed the property because of the victim’s religion.

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1/30/2024

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Walls sentenced to 65 years in prison for Starts Right Here shootings

“Preston, I wanted to be there for you,” Mr. Holmes said. “I had your back like there was no tomorrow and you know that. …. Why did you choose the place you love to do something like this?”

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1/18/2024

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East High shooting defendant sentenced to 70 years in prison

Jessica Lopez Torres, who was shot, said she saw no remorse on the part of the defendant. “I hate that I have to go through another surgery this summer because of the actions of you and your friends ... It hurts me to see you alive while I am walking like I am crippled.”

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1/4/2024

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Des Moines man gets 16 years in prison for drag-racing death

“You knew what you were doing that night, drinking and driving and racing,” the mother of Marcos Faguada told the defendant.

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12/14/2023