Richard Allen Convicted in Delphi Murders

Richard Allen, a 52-year-old man from Delphi, Indiana, has been found guilty of the 2017 murders of two teenage girls, Liberty German, 14, and Abigail Williams, 13. The jury convicted Allen on four counts: two counts of murder and two counts of murder while committing or attempting to commit kidnapping, potentially sentencing him to 130 years in prison. The trial revealed harrowing details, including Allen’s confessions to various individuals about the crimes, which included slashing the girls' throats. Following the verdict, emotional reactions were evident in the courtroom, with tears from family members of both the victims and Allen. The case, which has captivated national attention, faced numerous delays and was marked by the release of a recording of a voice saying “down the hill” that was made by one of the girls shortly before they vanished. Allen is scheduled for sentencing on December 20, 2024.