Judge to Decide Adam Coy's New Trial Motion Soon

Former Columbus police officer Adam Coy is seeking a new trial following his conviction for the December 2020 fatal shooting of Andre Hill. His defense argues that prosecutors failed to disclose critical evidence, particularly an expert opinion from Jamie Borden, who purportedly believed Coy's actions were justified. During a recent hearing, the prosecution countered that Borden was not qualified to testify as an expert. The judge is expected to rule on the motion for a new trial within 30 days, which would determine whether Coy's sentencing will proceed or be postponed further. Coy was convicted of murder, reckless homicide, and felonious assault after shooting Hill, who was unarmed and holding a cellphone at the time of the incident. The case has sparked ongoing discussions about police accountability and the legal standards surrounding use-of-force incidents.