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Category: Violent Crimes
Potential Juror Misconduct in Death Penalty Retrial
November 17, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
At the beginning of the year, we covered Peter Avsenew’s trial—specifically how the Supreme Court overturned the defendant’s death sentence in the trial for two gruesome murders. The most recent incident to occur with the trial is the defense filing a motion for a new trial after accusing the jury of misconduct. This article will cover the details of the …
Read MoreTeen Faces Murder Charges After Death of Pregnant Minor
November 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Juvenile Offenses, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
A 16-year-old pregnant teen that was reported missing by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children was found shot and killed in Orange County. A 17-year-old has been arrested for the crime and is waiting to hear if they will be charged as an adult. We will provide the details of the case, along with helpful information on juvenile …
Read MoreState Fears OnlyFans Suspect Will Flee Before Trial
November 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
A new update has occurred in the case against OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney. The 26-year-old was arrested and charged with killing her boyfriend, Christian “Toby” Obumseli, after a heated argument took place in their Miami home. Clenney had already been extradited to Miami from Hawaii for the initial arrest, but now prosecutors fear that if let out of jail, the …
Read MoreState Attorney Upgrades Charges in Tallahassee Shooting Case
November 11, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
A recent shooting that took place in Tallahassee resulted in eight people injured and one person killed. The case is ongoing with the Tallahassee Police Department, and four people have been arrested so far in relation to the mass shooting. We will provide details about the case, along with information on second-degree murder and attempted second-degree murder in Florida. What …
Read MoreSouth Florida Man Used the USPS To Solicit a Hitman Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison
November 10, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
A man in Florida has just been arrested and charged with the federal crime of murder for hire after trying to get his ex’s new partner murdered. We will provide details on the case, along with information on murder charges in Florida versus federal charges. What Happened? In September 2021, Ryan Hadeed sent a letter in the mail to an …
Read MoreFalse Bomb Threat in South Florida Results in Arrest
November 8, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Threatening to cause harm or injury to another person is against the law. If an individual threatens others with a weapon or other devices of mass destruction, the penalties can be extremely harsh. A recent case in South Florida shows the possible outcomes of someone pretending to use a bomb to threaten others. This article will provide details from the …
Read MoreFlorida Court Approves DNA Testing for 46-Year-Old Death Penalty Case
November 6, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
A Florida judge has just announced she will likely allow an order for DNA testing of evidence in what is being called “an epic turnaround” in the 1975 murder trial for Tommy Zeigler. Despite continuous motions denied over the years by Florida’s Attorney Generals, Zeigler could be working toward the next step for an exoneration after spending four decades on …
Read MoreA Trio of Teens Rob Deaf Student at Knifepoint
November 1, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Theft/Property Crimes, Violent Crimes Social Share
Juveniles can break the law just the same as adults do. Typically, the justice system has a different way of handling cases involving minors. A person under the age of 18 who is charged with a crime will usually go to juvenile court. However, in some instances, the minor can be transferred to what is known as adult court instead. …
Read MoreFlorida’s Most Notorious Serial Killers
October 25, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Violent Crimes Social Share
In recent years there have been multiple biopics on serial killers around the U.S. Netflix has released content on both Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer—highlighting the cruel details of their killings. While the media has made people enamored with the stories of serial killers, it is also important to review the details of the cases and what their punishment was …
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Attorney Don Pumphrey, Jr. is a former prosecutor, former law enforcement officer, and a successful and experienced criminal defense attorney. Don has achieved over 100 not guilty verdicts at trial and over 2,000 dismissals.
