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Witness: Daniel Sikkema paid $10K hitman after wishing husband dead

5/14/2026

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A trial witness testified that Daniel Sikkema openly wished his estranged husband Brent Sikkema dead before the stabbing.
Prosecutors say Daniel Sikkema transferred more than $10,000 to the alleged hitman and promised further payment.
Defense attorney Florian Miedel argues there is no direct evidence of profit motive, urges jurors to view the statements as divorce-driven, and notes that the alleged hitman remains jailed in Brazil.

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A trial witness testified that Daniel Sikkema openly wished his estranged husband Brent Sikkema dead before the stabbing.
Prosecutors say Daniel Sikkema transferred more than $10,000 to the alleged hitman and promised further payment.
Defense attorney Florian Miedel argues there is no direct evidence of profit motive, urges jurors to view the statements as divorce-driven, and notes that the alleged hitman remains jailed in Brazil.