In a stunning reversal, Judge Slater dismissed the case against Emil Wanatka, accused of murder, citing the deceptive nature of circumstantial evidence. The preliminary hearing, which lasted two days, ended abruptly on Saturday afternoon with the judge’s unexpected decision. As the hushed audience held its collective breath, whispers of ‘he’s going to bind him over’ were met with disappointment when Judge Slater began to speak.
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Key Facts
- State: Wisconsin
- Category: Violent Crime
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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