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Orange County judge accidentally fired the gunshot that killed his wife, defense attorney tells jury
The defense attorney acknowledged that Judge Jeffrey Ferguson is an alcoholic who was arguing with his wife, Sheryl Ferguson, before pulling the gun that killed her out of his ankle holster, but denied that the Aug. 3, 2023 killing was intentional.
Orange County judge on trial for wife's murder says it was accidental while testifying
Michele Gile reports from Santa Ana, where Orange County Judge Jeffrey Ferguson's trial continued on Monday. Ferguson, who is on trial for his wife's murder, said that it was accidental while testifying.
‘It was an accident’: Defense opens for Orange County judge accused of killing wife
Defense attorneys started their case on Monday in the trial of an Orange County judge who is accused of fatally shooting his wife at the family’s home in 2023. A video showing the defendant, 74-year-old Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Ferguson,
Attorney: Fatal Shooting of Orange County Judge’s Wife was `Accidental’
An Orange County Superior Court judge testified Monday that he did not intend to fatally shoot his wife and that the gun was accidentally triggered. Jeffrey Ferguson, 74, is charged with murder with sentencing enhancements for discharge of a gun causing death and the personal use of a gun for the Aug.
Orange County judge accused of killing his wife faces murder trial
An Orange County judge accused of fatally shooting his wife at their Anaheim Hills home is now standing trial as opening statements are set to begin Wednesday.
California Judge Accidentally Fired Gun Shot That Killed His Wife, Lawyer Says
The lawyer for a Southern California judge has acknowledged that his client fired the deadly shot that killed his wife, but he contends it was an accident
California judge testifies that he accidentally shot and killed his wife
A Southern California judge charged with the murder of his wife took the stand Monday to testify in his own defense, telling the courtroom he accidentally shot her with the gun he carried in an ankle holster.
O.C. judge on trial accused of murdering his wife
The defense delivered its opening statement on Monday in the trial of an Orange County judge who is accused of fatally shooting his wife at the family’s home in 2023. KTLA's Chip Yost reports live on Feb.
'I panicked': Admitted killer on trial for murder testifies he accidentally shot couple
The man accused of murdering the wife of an organized crime money launderer testified he shot the couple after he "panicked" while trying to carjack the victims' Bentley.
CIF-SS girls soccer finals: First look at the Orange County matchups, dates and locations
A first look at finalists Santa Margarita, Mater Dei, Troy, Foothill, Sage Hill and Whittier Christina, and their matchups in ...
Orange County is celebrating the grand opening of its newest library
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Orange County Corrections employee accused of strangling woman
An Orange County Corrections Department employee was arrested on Monday and accused of strangling a woman after an argument.
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What Musicians Should Know About Divorce Settlements in Orange County
Musicians in Orange County facing divorce may encounter unique financial considerations that set their experiences apart from ...
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Orange County: Gang task force arrests two, seizes $63K in narcotics, $32K in cash
The Blue Ridge Narcotics and Gang Task Force have concluded lengthy investigation with the arrest of two Orange County ...
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4 arrested after possible gang-related shooting in Orange County
Four people were arrested in connection with a suspected gang-related shooting in San Clemente, according to Orange County ...
Breaking: Hicks Fire reported in Orange County on Feb. 21
A new wildfire was reported today at 11:05 p.m. in Orange County. Hicks Fire has been burning on private land. Currently, ...
Volunteer group finds car in pond connected to Orange County missing person case
Megyn Kelly blasted the Philadelphia Eagles for seemingly skipping their scheduled White House visit after emerging NFL ...