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Delve into Elija's Case
Here, you'll find the latest articles, media coverage, and updates surrounding Elijah’s fight for justice. As a man unjustly sentenced under the felony murder rule, Elijah’s case has sparked widespread concern and advocacy for reform. Stay informed about his ongoing legal battle and efforts to raise awareness about the flaws in the justice system that lead to wrongful convictions.

Davis Vanguard

COVID-19 Outbreak in Sierra Conservation Center, Families not Told for Two Weeks - Davis Vanguard

By Robert J. Hansen Somewhere between 20 and 30 inmates have contracted Covid-19 at the Sierra Conservation...

Sacramento Bee

He’s on trial in a murder but didn’t pull the trigger. Could new California law avert a life term?

It began as a robbery between drug dealers. It turned into an early morning massacre that left three men dead.

FOX40

Murder Suspect Speaks Out, Proposes to Girlfriend Behind Bars

SACRAMENTO — When images of chaos and caution tape began to fill the airwaves early on the morning of April 28, David Nguyen says he was shocked to learn of the violent killing of his longtim…

Davis Vanguard

Appellate Court Rejects Arguments Of Insufficient Evidence For Conviction nder 1437 - Davis Vanguard

By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Sacramento, CA – California’s Third District Appellate Court this week quickly...

Sacramento Bee

Gunman, accomplice get life terms in gruesome 2016 triple-homicide that tested new law

David Nguyen endured a horrible childhood before plunging into a life of crime; Elijah Johnson navigated through years of foster care and homelessness without a criminal record. The Le family of south Sacramento were Vietnamese immigrants who built a new life from virtually nothing in an adopted America.

Sacramento Bee

Man arraigned in killing of father, 2 sons in south Sacramento

Elijah Johnson, 21, charged with murder, use of firearm, robbery

Sacramento News & Review

The holdout

A grisly triple murder, an emotional trial and a rare glimpse inside the room with 12 angry men and women.

Sacramento Bee

Pair to face trial in alleged home invasion turned triple homicide, judge rules

Amanda Tucker sat behind the wheel of the getaway car, friend of a friend, Tayler Coatley, hunkered in the back seat.

FOX40

Triple Murder Suspect Speaks Out From Behind Bars

SACRAMENTO — From the fifth floor of the Sacramento County Jail, nothing about Elijah Johnson’s manner hints at the crime he’s been accused of, the grisly obliteration of three me…

Sacramento News & Review

Lost Elijah

He overcame a terrible childhood to find a loving family. Now he’s going to prison for helping destroy one.

FOX40

2 Found Guilty in Triple Murder of Sacramento Father, 2 Sons

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Two men have been found guilty in the home-invasion deaths of a father and his two sons in Sacramento. The Sacramento County Superior Court jury found 26-year-old David Ng…

KCRA

4 arrested in shooting deaths of dad, sons inside home

Four people have been arrested in connection with the shooting deaths of a father and his two sons inside a south Sacramento home, officers said Tuesday.

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