(Atlantic) A mistrial was declared in the State of Iowa versus Alison Dorsey case this afternoon. The jury was deadlocked on a decision.
Dorsey was on trial for the death of an infant while in her care in October 2019. The State charged Dorsey with First Degree Murder and Child Endangerment Resulting in Death.
Alison’s Attorney Deshawne Bird-Sell spoke to the media after the jury was released.
Dorsey is free on the bond she previously posted until another trial takes place.
Bird-Sell said the jury was not asked to elaborate on why their decision was deadlocked.
Previous stories on this case posted below:
Opening Statements started Wednesday in State of Iowa Versus Alison Dorsey Trial
Court hears from State’s Witnesses today in the State of Iowa versus Alison Dorsey Trial
State of Iowa versus Alison Dorsey Trial continued on Friday
State of Iowa versus Alison Dorsey Trial Friday afternoon recap
State of Iowa versus Alison Dorsey trial Monday morning update
Character Witnesses take the Stand on Monday Afternoon during The State vs Alison Dorsey Trial
Jury now deliberating in the State of Iowa versus Alison Dorsey trial
