Prosecutors Seek to Exclude Sketches in Delphi Murder Trial
- The prosecution has filed a motion to exclude composite sketches from Richard Allen's trial for the murders of two teenage girls.
- Prosecutor Nick McLeland argues that the witnesses who contributed to the sketches cannot reliably identify Allen.
- The trial is highly anticipated as it seeks justice for the victims, with Allen facing serious charges and a potential lengthy prison sentence.
In Indiana, the prosecution has filed a motion to exclude composite sketches from the upcoming trial of Richard Allen, accused of murdering two teenage girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, in February 2017. Prosecutor Nick McLeland argues that the sketches, released in 2017 and 2019, are irrelevant to identifying Allen, as the witnesses who contributed to them are unlikely to recognize him in court due to insufficient viewing time. The defense plans to use these sketches to challenge the credibility of witness accounts. Jury selection for the trial is set to begin soon, with jurors being chosen from Allen County to ensure impartiality, given the case's notoriety in Delphi. The trial comes more than seven years after the tragic murders, which have left a lasting impact on the community and sparked various theories about the crime. Allen faces serious charges, including murder, and if convicted, could be sentenced to up to 130 years in prison. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges, and the trial is highly anticipated as it seeks to bring justice for the victims and their families.