Shelby County

  • Jury Finds Cleotha Abston Guilty For 2021 Rape After A Grueling Trial Spanning 3 Days

    A Shelby County jury has delivered a guilty verdict against Cleotha Abston in an alleged 2021 rape case. After a grueling trial spanning three days, the jury, sequestered for deliberation, took about seven hours over two days before reaching their decision. The trial, which involved limited physical evidence and no witnesses aside from the accuser,…

  • Suspended Judge, Melissa Boyd, Tenders In Her Resignation

    Suspended Shelby County Judge Melissa Boyd has opted to resign from her position amid ongoing legal troubles. Boyd’s decision comes as she faces criminal charges and a revoked bond, marking the latest development in a tumultuous journey that began with her suspension last year over alleged drug use. The resignation letter, submitted by one of…