What will be the outcome of Richard Allen's appeal process by the end of 2025?
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Richard Allen Sentenced to 130 Years on December 20, 2024, for Delphi Murders of Abby Williams and Libby German, 65 Years Each
Dec 20, 2024, 02:43 PM
Richard Allen, convicted of the 2017 murders of two teenage girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, in Delphi, Indiana, was sentenced to 130 years in prison on December 20, 2024. During the sentencing hearing, which included victim impact statements, Allen received 65 years for each murder, to be served consecutively. The case has had a lasting impact on the small community of Delphi, where the girls disappeared during a winter hike near the Monon High Bridge. The sentencing marks a significant moment for the victims' families, who were present in court as Allen learned his fate.
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