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John Skelton murder case: Preliminary hearing day five
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· August 31, 2026
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Key points The disappearance occurred on Thanksgiving 2010, nearly 15 years ago. A preliminary hearing is underway for John Skelton, who faces open murder charges.
A preliminary hearing is underway for John Skelton, who faces open murder charges. The charges are connected to the disappearance of his three young sons. The disappearance occurred on Thanksgiving 2010, nearly 15 years ago.
The hearing will determine if Skelton will stand trial for the deaths of his sons. Further details about the case and the hearing are available through live updates.
Live updates from the fifth day of the preliminary hearing are being provided, offering more information about the ongoing proceedings and the developments in the John Skelton murder case.
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