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Category: Violent Crimes
Back to School Case of Child Abuse
August 18, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
It’s that time of year again—back to school. While some students are well into their scholastic endeavors, young kids are just starting preschool and daycare. This can be a stressful time for both parents and kids. The most important priority is ensuring that these young girls and boys are comfortable and safe when they finally start school. Unfortunately, there are …
Read MoreOnlyFans Model Arrested for Boyfriend’s Murder
August 15, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
An OnlyFans model is accused of stabbing and killing her boyfriend back in April 2022. Courtney Clenney, 26 has just been arrested and charged with the second-degree murder of Christian “Toby” Obumseli. The couple got together in November 2020, and supposedly have always had an “extremely tempestuous and combative” relationship. There were allegedly multiple complaints about loud arguments they had …
Read MoreTwo Men Indicted for Murder from the Robert DuBoise Case
August 11, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Two years after Robert DuBoise was exonerated for the murder of Barbara Grams, police have now linked the newly discovered DNA evidence to two men who are already serving life sentences for another murder. A grand jury has indicted Amos Robinson and Abron Scott on Thursday for Barbara Grams, as well as the rape and murder of Linda Lansen. Police …
Read MoreViolent Crimes and Firearms – Top Focus of Orange County’s Prosecutors
August 11, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
Roger B. Handberg was appointed as the U.S. Attorney for the Central District of Florida six months ago, making him the chief federal law enforcement officer in 35 counties across the state. In a recent press release, Handberg addressed that the top priority of his office is to focus on the reduction and prosecution of violent crimes in Florida. Handberg …
Read MoreNew State Attorney Reverses Decision in Capital Case
August 11, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Since top prosecutor Andrew Warren was suspended by Gov. Ron DeSantis, several decisions from the office have been reversed. Newly appointed State Attorney Susan Lopez has already started to make changes, including the decision to seek capital punishment for Matthew Terry. Terry was accused of the first-degree murder of his girlfriend, an elementary school teacher in Florida. We will cover …
Read MoreOperation Flashpoint
August 6, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Orange County Police are requesting citizens to keep an eye out for red flags for homemade explosives with a new collaborative program titled “Operation Flashpoint.” Local Orlando law enforcement has teamed up with federal authorities to create an initiative for individuals to report suspicious activity for making homemade explosives. The head of Operation Flashpoint, Chuck Leas, warns business owners to …
Read MoreShooting in Orlando Causes Security Checkpoints Downtown
August 6, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Seven individuals were injured Sunday night in Downtown Orlando after someone pulled out a gun and shot into a large crowd. All of the victims survived, but police have yet to find the gunman. Orlando’s reaction to the shooting has resulted in an increase in security, where more police will be standing on the streets and checking every person that …
Read MoreWild Bill Gets His Wish in Murder Sentence
August 4, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes Social Share
William “Wild Bill” Roberts has finally been sentenced to capital punishment in the murder case of his girlfriend, Elizabeth Hellstrom. Roberts was accused of brutally killing his girlfriend, who suffered bleeding in her brain, a fractured sternum, broken ribs, and a ripped abdomen. She also had an ear severed, a kidney split in half, bruises along her arms and legs, …
Read MoreKatherine Magbanua Sentenced for Dan Markel Murder Case
August 4, 2022 Don Pumphrey, Jr. Criminal Defense, News & Announcements, Violent Crimes Social Share
Katherine Magbanua, 37, received a guilty verdict in May for the first-degree murder of Florida State law professor Dan Markel. In addition to the murder charge, Magbanua was also found guilty of charges of conspiracy and solicitation. As we’ve covered the case in previous blogs, Magbanua allegedly hired Sigfredo Garcia—the father of her children—along with his friend Luis Rivera to …
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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.
