Suspect in Preston Lord case turns down plea deal
There is a new twist in the Preston Lord murder case, as one of the suspects in the case has turned down a plea deal. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
There is a new twist in the Preston Lord murder case, as one of the suspects in the case has turned down a plea deal. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
Preston Lord case: Jacob Meisner turns down plea deal
Jacob Meisner, one of the seven suspects accused of killing 16-year-old Preston Lord, was in court on May 30 but did not reach a plea agreement with prosecutors. According to court documents, Meisner faces first-degree murder, aggravated robbery and kidnapping charges. In court on Friday, Meisner was offered lesser charges of aggravated assault and manslaughter, but an agreement was not reached.
Jacob Meisner, one of the seven suspects accused of killing 16-year-old Preston Lord, was in court on May 30 but did not reach a plea agreement with prosecutors. According to court documents, Meisner faces first-degree murder, aggravated robbery and kidnapping charges. In court on Friday, Meisner was offered lesser charges of aggravated assault and manslaughter, but an agreement was not reached.
Preston Lord case: Taylor Sherman settlement hearing
A settlement hearing is scheduled for Taylor Sherman on May 29. Sherman is facing first-degree murder and kidnapping charges in Preston Lord's death. Lord died after he was beaten outside a Halloween party in Queen Creek. Earlier this month, William Hines became the first suspect sentenced in the case.
A settlement hearing is scheduled for Taylor Sherman on May 29. Sherman is facing first-degree murder and kidnapping charges in Preston Lord's death. Lord died after he was beaten outside a Halloween party in Queen Creek. Earlier this month, William Hines became the first suspect sentenced in the case.
Preston's Law to act as a deterrent against violence
FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas hears from those who pushed for the passage of Preston's Law. The hope for the law is that it acts as a deterrent, preventing tragedies like the death of teen Preston Lord.
FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas hears from those who pushed for the passage of Preston's Law. The hope for the law is that it acts as a deterrent, preventing tragedies like the death of teen Preston Lord.
Preston's Law: Teen's mother remarks on his impact after death
The mother of Preston Lord spoke at a May 13 news conference after Gov. Katie Hobbs signed Preston's Law. She says Preston is making the world better even after his tragic death. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more.
The mother of Preston Lord spoke at a May 13 news conference after Gov. Katie Hobbs signed Preston's Law. She says Preston is making the world better even after his tragic death. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more.
Full video: Preston's Law press conference
On Tuesday, May 13, the Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, along with Rep. Gress and Autumn Curiel, held a press conference following the passage of Preston's Law. Preston Lord was badly beaten at 2023 Halloween party and died from his injuries.
On Tuesday, May 13, the Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, along with Rep. Gress and Autumn Curiel, held a press conference following the passage of Preston's Law. Preston Lord was badly beaten at 2023 Halloween party and died from his injuries.
Preston's Law signed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, establishing 'swarming' as a felony
Preston's Law was signed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs on May 12. The law creates a new type of crime called "swarming," which will be a class 4 felony.
Preston's Law was signed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs on May 12. The law creates a new type of crime called "swarming," which will be a class 4 felony.
Emily Pike, Preston Lord bills make their way through Arizona legislature
Bills in honor of Emily Pike and Preston Lord are making their way through the Arizona legislature. Pike's bill aims to establish a new missing persons alert system in Arizona. The goal of Lord's bill is would upgrade assault charges.
Bills in honor of Emily Pike and Preston Lord are making their way through the Arizona legislature. Pike's bill aims to establish a new missing persons alert system in Arizona. The goal of Lord's bill is would upgrade assault charges.
Preston Lord case: William Hines sentenced to 12 years for manslaughter, 5 years for drunk driving
William Owen Hines, the first of seven suspects in the 2023 beating death of Preston Lord, was sentenced to 12 years in prison.
William Owen Hines, the first of seven suspects in the 2023 beating death of Preston Lord, was sentenced to 12 years in prison.
William Hines sentenced for 'path of destruction'
Multiple family members that were affected by the path of destruction of William Owen Hines, as described by the state in court paperwork, spoke at his sentencing hearing. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.
Multiple family members that were affected by the path of destruction of William Owen Hines, as described by the state in court paperwork, spoke at his sentencing hearing. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.
William Owen Hines sentenced to 17 years in prison
One of the seven suspects charged in the killing of Preston Lord has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the manslaughter of Lord and five years for a separate crime. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach was at the courthouse.
One of the seven suspects charged in the killing of Preston Lord has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the manslaughter of Lord and five years for a separate crime. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach was at the courthouse.
First suspect to be sentenced in Preston Lord killing
New details of William Owen Hines' criminal history have come to light on the eve of his sentencing for manslaughter in the death of Preston Lord. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.
New details of William Owen Hines' criminal history have come to light on the eve of his sentencing for manslaughter in the death of Preston Lord. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.
Preston's Law up for full vote by AZ Senate
House Bill 2611 would add tougher consequences for aggravated assault charges if an attack involves two or more people. The bill is named after Preston Lord, who died after he was beaten outside a Halloween party in Queen Creek. Seven suspects have been charged in Lord's death.
House Bill 2611 would add tougher consequences for aggravated assault charges if an attack involves two or more people. The bill is named after Preston Lord, who died after he was beaten outside a Halloween party in Queen Creek. Seven suspects have been charged in Lord's death.
Preston Lord murder: One of the suspects, William Hines, pleads guilty to manslaughter
William Hines, one of the seven suspects accused in the 2023 death of East Valley teen Preston Lord, pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday.
William Hines, one of the seven suspects accused in the 2023 death of East Valley teen Preston Lord, pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday.
William Hines pleads guilty to manslaugter in Preson Lord case
William Hines, one of the seven suspects accused in the 2023 death of East Valley teen Preston Lord, pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday. Here's the latest on his plea, as well as his plea in three other unrelated cases.
William Hines, one of the seven suspects accused in the 2023 death of East Valley teen Preston Lord, pleaded guilty to manslaughter on Tuesday. Here's the latest on his plea, as well as his plea in three other unrelated cases.
Preston's Law passes through AZ State House
The law would increase penalties for aggravated assault in cases where there are two or more accomplices. The bill is named after Preston Lord, a 16-year-old who was killed after an attack at a Halloween party in 2023.
The law would increase penalties for aggravated assault in cases where there are two or more accomplices. The bill is named after Preston Lord, a 16-year-old who was killed after an attack at a Halloween party in 2023.
Preston Lord's murder suspects appear in court for the first time in months
Attorneys discussed the large amount of evidence and say the state is still narrowing down which electronic evidence will be submitted in the upcoming trial.
Attorneys discussed the large amount of evidence and say the state is still narrowing down which electronic evidence will be submitted in the upcoming trial.
Protest against Project 2025 in Phoenix; family remembers slain woman | Nightly Roundup
From protests against the Trump Administration in Phoenix and elsewhere around the country to the latest on the Preston Lord murder case, here's a look at some of your top stories.
From protests against the Trump Administration in Phoenix and elsewhere around the country to the latest on the Preston Lord murder case, here's a look at some of your top stories.
Preston Lord murder suspects appear in court
The suspects charged in the killing of Preston Lord, 16, appeared for a hearing in a Maricopa County court on Feb. 5. All seven are facing first degree murder stemming from a fight at a Halloween party in Queen Creek back in 2023.
The suspects charged in the killing of Preston Lord, 16, appeared for a hearing in a Maricopa County court on Feb. 5. All seven are facing first degree murder stemming from a fight at a Halloween party in Queen Creek back in 2023.
Arizona House bill honoring Preston Lord seeks harsh penalties for group assaults
A house bill called Preston's Law was introduced to the Arizona State Legislature on Jan. 23, honoring Preston Lord who was killed at a Halloween party in 2023.
A house bill called Preston's Law was introduced to the Arizona State Legislature on Jan. 23, honoring Preston Lord who was killed at a Halloween party in 2023.