"Newly Released Jailhouse Calls Shed Light on Murder-for-Hire Plot in Dan Markel Case"

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"Newly Released Jailhouse Calls Shed Light on Murder-for-Hire Plot in Dan Markel Case"
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Jailhouse calls between Donna Adelson, the former mother-in-law of murdered FSU professor Dan Markel, and her son Charles Adelson have been released, revealing new details in her attempt to flee the country. Donna was arrested at Miami International Airport while trying to board a one-way flight to Vietnam. Charles was recently sentenced to life in prison for his involvement in the murder-for-hire plot that resulted in Markel's death. Donna, who faces the same charges, has pleaded not guilty. The calls contain incriminating statements and have strengthened the case against her.

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