Defense Lays Out Sweeping Appeal of ‘Rose Petal Murder’ Conviction
Defense says jury never heard the full story — and was improperly steered toward a murder verdict...
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‘Rose Petal Murder’ Appeal: Another Extension
by Will Folks
Attorneys for convicted killer Zach Hughes ask for more time in submitting their motion for a new trial......
Michael Colucci Retrial: Defense Attorneys, Prosecutors Seek To Frame The Debate
by Callie Lyons
Attorneys on both sides filed a wave of pre-trial motions ahead of Michael Colucci’s upcoming retrial — including efforts to suppress forensic evidence, limit expert...
Zachary Hughes’ Attorneys Discuss ‘Rose Petal Murder’ Trial
by FITSNews
Mark Moyer and Andrew Moorman share their perspectives......
‘Rose Petal Murder’ Recap – Week In Review 2/22/2025
by FITSNews
News and notes from one of South Carolina's most chilling, convoluted and controversial murder cases......
Exclusive: ‘Rose Petal Murder’ Juror Details Deliberations, Frustrations Behind Verdict
by Jenn Wood
"I personally do not think it was a fair trial."...
‘Rose Petal Murder’ Verdict: Guilty
by Jenn Wood
On all counts......
‘Rose Petal Murder’ Trial: Zachary Hughes Takes the Stand
by Jenn Wood
Wild day of testimony ends in contempt of court ruling for Hughes and arrest of John Mello......
Testimony At ‘Rose Petal Murder’ Trial Leads To John Mello’s Arrest
by Jenn Wood
Music producer, ex-boyfriend of victim charged with accessory before the fact and solicitation to commit a felony....