Judge OKs more DNA tests from alleged Golden State Killer

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A Northern California judge on Thursday approved prosecutors’ request to take more DNA samples from a man charged with being the infamous “Golden State Killer” who eluded arrest for decades. Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Steve White also told prosecutors to informally decide who is empowered to consider defense attorneys’ offer... Read More

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Joseph James DeAngelo

January 23, 2020

Judge sets preliminary hearing in ‘Golden State Killer’ case

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A California judge on Wednesday set a May hearing to decide if prosecutors have enough evidence to go to trial against a man suspected being the notorious “Golden State Killer” who eluded capture for decades. Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Steve White ordered the preliminary hearing for Joseph James DeAngelo to... Read More

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Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo

January 9, 2019

DNA clears accused Golden State Killer of 1975 murder

TULARE, Calif. (AP) — The man accused of being California’s Golden State Killer has been cleared of involvement in the 1975 murder of a 14-year-old girl in the Central Valley, prosecutors said Tuesday. DNA testing excluded Joseph DeAngelo as a suspect in the murder of Donna Jo Richmond and — along with other evidence —... Read More

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Joseph James DeAngelo

December 10, 2018

Alleged California serial killer to keep public defender

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A suspected California serial killer cannot afford a private attorney, a judge ruled Thursday, keeping in place a public defender in a case expected to cost taxpayers $20 million. Joseph DeAngelo, a former police officer facing 26 murder and kidnapping charges, could be required to reimburse the county to the extent... Read More

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Joseph James DeAngelo

December 6, 2018

California serial killer trial could cost $20 million

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The trial of a former police officer suspected of being a notorious serial killer who terrorized California in the 1970s and 80s could cost taxpayers more than $20 million. A Sacramento County official said Wednesday the county has asked the state to help shoulder the costs for prosecuting Joseph DeAngelo. “While... Read More

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Joseph James DeAngelo

August 24, 2018

Golden State Killer suspect faces consolidated charges

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A former police officer suspected of being California’s elusive Golden State Killer faced 26 murder and rape-related charges Thursday after prosecutors decided this week to consolidate charges in counties across the state into one case. One family member described the 15-minute recitation of offenses as “very, very intense.” The Sacramento County... Read More

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Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo

August 23, 2018

Golden State Killer suspect to face murder trial in Sacramento

SANTA ANA, Calif. — Prosecutors from six California counties announced Tuesday that the trial of the so-called Golden State Killer will be held in Sacramento. Former police officer Joseph DeAngelo, 72, was arrested on April 25 at his suburban Sacramento home. He was later charged with 13 murders in the 1970s and 1980s, spanning Contra... Read More

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Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo

May 30, 2018

Judge weighs release of warrants in Golden State Killer case

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A judge on Tuesday weighed how much information to release about the arrest of a former police officer accused of being the Golden State Killer. Sacramento County Superior Court Judge Michael Sweet began considering the issue after a hearing where attorneys for suspect Joseph DeAngelo argued that sharing the details could... Read More

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Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo

May 15, 2018

Suspect in serial killings in court amid fight over records

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A 72-year-old former police officer accused of being one of California’s most elusive serial killers appeared in a courtroom cage used for defendants in jail Monday as a judge put off a decision on whether to release search and arrest warrants in the case. Prosecutors allege Joseph DeAngelo is the Golden... Read More

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Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo

May 14, 2018

Media seek documents in California serial killer case

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A judge is set to consider Monday whether to make public search and arrest warrants for a man who authorities call one of California’s most elusive serial killers. Joseph James DeAngelo, 72, is due back in court for a routine hearing, while lawyers battle over unsealing records preceding the arrest of... Read More

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Joseph James DeAngelo

May 10, 2018

‘Golden State Killer’ lawyers fight to keep documents sealed

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Defense attorneys for the man suspected of being the ‘Golden State Killer’ argued Wednesday that prosecutors’ search and arrest warrants should not be released publicly. The Associated Press and other news outlets have filed a motion to unseal the information related to the April arrest of Joseph DeAngelo, a 72-year-old former... Read More

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Joseph James DeAngelo

May 4, 2018

Judge OKs taking DNA, photos of Golden State Killer suspect

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Prosecutors can collect DNA, fingerprints and body photographs of the former policeman suspected of being California’s Golden State Killer, a judge ruled Thursday. Attorneys for Joseph DeAngelo, 72, had asked the court to block the search, arguing the warrant for the evidence was issued before his arrest. “All we’re asking here... Read More

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Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo

May 3, 2018

Golden State Killer suspect fights DNA collection effort

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — The former policeman accused of being the Golden State Killer headed back to court Thursday to fight prosecutors’ efforts to collect more of his DNA. Joseph DeAngelo, 72, was scheduled to appear in a Sacramento courtroom connected to the county jail where he’s being held. His public defender, Diane Howard, has... Read More

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Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo

Judge OKs more DNA tests from alleged Golden State Killer

Judge sets preliminary hearing in ‘Golden State Killer’ case

DNA clears accused Golden State Killer of 1975 murder

Alleged California serial killer to keep public defender

California serial killer trial could cost $20 million

Golden State Killer suspect faces consolidated charges

Golden State Killer suspect to face murder trial in Sacramento

Judge weighs release of warrants in Golden State Killer case

Suspect in serial killings in court amid fight over records

Media seek documents in California serial killer case

‘Golden State Killer’ lawyers fight to keep documents sealed

Judge OKs taking DNA, photos of Golden State Killer suspect

Golden State Killer suspect fights DNA collection effort

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