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Murder Trial Rescheduled for DaShawn Watkins in January

10/15/2025

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The trial for DaShawn Watkins, accused of murdering 14-year-old Pauly Likens, is rescheduled to January, with discussions on an insanity defense ongoing.
The judge denied a defense request to change the trial venue.
Watkins faces first-degree murder charges with a potential life sentence.
Security footage shows Watkins leaving a boat launch area alone after meeting Pauly, who died from sharp force trauma.
The defense rejects claims of a hate crime.

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Story summary

The trial for DaShawn Watkins, accused of murdering 14-year-old Pauly Likens, is rescheduled to January, with discussions on an insanity defense ongoing.
The judge denied a defense request to change the trial venue.
Watkins faces first-degree murder charges with a potential life sentence.
Security footage shows Watkins leaving a boat launch area alone after meeting Pauly, who died from sharp force trauma.
The defense rejects claims of a hate crime.