Zachary David Hughes
‘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’ 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....
Zach Hughes Attorneys Admit He Committed ‘Rose Petal’ Killing
by Jenn Wood
But they insist he had a reason, and that he's not a murderer......
What Will ‘Rose Petal Murder’ Defense Look Like?
by Jenn Wood
Assuming there is one......
Prosecutors Rest ‘Rose Petal Murder’ Case On Valentine’s Day
by Will Folks
Trial of accused killer Zach Hughes set to resume next week in Greenville, S.C....
Testimony Reveals Twisted Timeline Behind Brutal ‘Rose Petal Murder’
by Jenn Wood
Next up? DNA evidence......