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Insanity Defense in Burlington Shooting Case | Montpelier News
Jason Eaton, accused of shooting three Palestinian college students in Burlington in November 2023, is inching toward trial as his defense pushes for an insanity plea, backed by a Vermont forensic psychiatrist. The prosecution counters with their own expert set to evaluate Eaton later this month — if they disagree, the jury will decide. The judge approved Eaton’s current legal team and urged both sides to resolve issues outside court, given the case’s sensitivity. Trial is scheduled for September, with the insanity defense poised to be the central legal battle. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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