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Young Man Pleads Not Guilty in Mother’s Murder | Des Moines News
A 23-year-old man, Theodore Corkrean, faces first-degree murder charges after allegedly shooting his 60-year-old adoptive mother, Tammy Corkrean, in an execution-style attack on June 21. He entered a not guilty plea and is demanding a speedy trial, with court dates pushed up to October 6 amid scheduling changes. Investigators say he tried to cover up the crime and had a history of violent texts, threats, and a documented hatred for women — plus he was reportedly planning to flee to Mexico before his arrest. Under new Iowa law, he’s being held without bond due to the severity of the charges…
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