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Donna Adelson Verdict: Guilty on All Counts! Stay Tuned For Wendi? | Case Brief

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After a swift deliberation, the jury has delivered a unanimous verdict in the Donna Adelson murder trial. Donna Adelson reacts unconsolably to being found GUILTY on all counts: first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit first-degree murder, and solicitation to commit first-degree murder.

Hear the powerful victim impact statements from Dan Markel's parents, Ruth and Phil Markel, as they recount their heartbreaking journey and call for justice.

Phil Markel's poignant question to Donna: "Was it worth it?"

Donna faces a life sentence for first-degree murder, and will have a pre-sentencing report for the other 2 counts. The next court date for case management is on October 14, 2025. Plus, the burning question on everyone's mind: What does this mean for Wendi Adelson? The prosecution's "patience and a plan" suggest there's more to come.

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DOCKET
0:00 Guilty on all 3 counts
2:02 Judge Everett Thanks The Jurors
3:21 Ruth Markel - Dan's Mother - Victim Impact Statement
14:54 Phil Markel - Dan's Father - Victim Impact statement
18:14 Case Management Scheduled for October 14, 2025
19:58 Prosecutor Georgia Cappleman says "Stay tuned"
20:22 Verdict Summary

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20 Comments

@LaPrincesaSam 1 year ago (edited)

The fact that Dan’s parents talked about everyone that was affected by this senseless tragedy just shows the type of people they are. They hurt for their son and grandsons but they also carry in their hearts, all the children of everyone involved including the adults that killed their son. This is class and grace.

@oonaellaa 1 year ago

Donna's reaction is the reaction of someone who is facing the consequenses of her actions for the first time in her life.

@ellemarr7234 1 year ago

Phil Markel’s explanation of the Jewish custom really stung knowing how she felt about Dan and their shared faith. “Was it worth it?” rang loudly

@RitaBaumann 1 year ago

This is pure rage. She is fuming mad. That is why there are no tears.

@dagneytaggart7707 1 year ago

The judge was ready to be DONE with this. No drag, straight to that verdict, and a MA'AM! at the Donna Drama. 😱

@Cassandratoo 1 year ago

Rob is the only person in that crime family with a conscience

@ottaknow 1 year ago

She is not crying, she is pissed and acting out!

@adubx 1 year ago

She could hear without headphones all of the sudden. Miracle.

@SleepySuperhero 1 year ago

Donna was shaking from anger, not sobbing.

@ashlynnhunt5214 1 year ago

We need more judges like him! He’s attentive to the jury, like asking them if they’re good on snacks, also respective of their time. And he always keeps his courtroom in order

@saaen_4n 1 year ago

Phil Markel's statement gave me chills.. All those children, all those families broken because of Adelson family and their greed. Seriously, was it worth it.

@Calfan75 1 year ago

As a 75 yr old Jewish woman, I am
sure that any family I know would have been so proud to have Dan Markel as a son in law. He should have been cherished for the loving person he was. I am continually bereft for the Maekel family.

@LoveAlwaysElizabeth 1 year ago

I just want to hug Dan's parents. God bless and protect them. Praying they get to have a meaningful relationship with their grandsons too.

@happychaps507 1 year ago (edited)

…I saw it in real time last night, but I was GLUED to it, once again, in this recap. Lady Justice and Ms Karma, herself, shook hands, in delivering this verdict.
May you live 120 years Donna, in the lonely confines of your cell.

@Rando15 1 year ago

Judge Everett was great. The prosecution was excellent.
Roll your eyes now, Donna!

@parisian44 1 year ago (edited)

The wheels of justice turn slowly . May Donna live long enough to see her daughter Wendi convicted and her « sunshines » placed in the custody of, or in close contact with, Uncle Rob, the Markel family and their cousins.

@dagneytaggart7707 1 year ago

WAS IT WORTH IT, DONNA?

@midevilguyxx 1 year ago

We need some psychology PhDs to write case studies on Donna's state of mind.

@wroffinwroffer6713 1 year ago

Donna is upset that she is going to prison for life. She has no empathy for the Markels. 😡😡😡😡😡

@Fluorescent0 1 year ago

Thank you, Emily, for another live trial and for hanging with us through some long days and late nights! I hope Dan’s family can continue to find peace and healing. 💜