Mistrial Declared in Weymouth Murder Trial of Emanuel Lopes
TL;DR
A mistrial has been declared in the trial of Emanuel Lopes, who was charged with killing Weymouth Police Officer Michael Chesna and bystander Vera Adams in 2018. The jury could not reach a unanimous decision on whether Lopes is a murderer or mentally ill. Lopes, who faced 11 charges, including two life sentences, was hoping for a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity. A new trial with a new jury will begin on July 21.
- Mistrial declared for Emanuel Lopes, charged with killing Weymouth Police Officer Michael Chesna and bystander CBS Boston
- Judge declares mistrial in case of man accused of killing Weymouth Officer Michael Chesna and woman in 2018 The Boston Globe
- Judge declares mistrial in Weymouth murder trial of Emanuel Lopes The Patriot Ledger
- Judge declares mistrial in case of Emmanuel Lopes, accused killer of Officer Michael Chesna, bystander Vera Adams WCVB Boston
- Mistrial in case of ma accused of killing officer, woman WCVB Channel 5 Boston
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