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Self-Defense Audio Drops Charges | Washington DC News
A major legal breakthrough in Manassas: LaToya Crabbe, facing murder and firearm charges for her husband’s death in October 2024, had all charges dropped after prosecutors uncovered a five-hour audio recording proving she acted in lawful self-defense. The recording, which contradicted earlier claims that she reloaded her weapon, created enough reasonable doubt to force prosecutors to halt the case ethically. Though charges could theoretically be revived later, the Commonwealth’s Attorney confirmed they can’t proceed without risking injustice. This case underscores how pivotal new evidence can…
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