Hoopes Trial Delayed Until 2027 | Phoenix News

The trial for Christopher Hoopes, accused of murdering his wife, a Ballet Arizona dancer, has been delayed until 2027—years after the crime. Prosecutors call the case “complex,” citing a last-minute legal team switch and a defense strategy centered on involuntary intoxication, claiming medication impaired Hoopes’ judgment. Bodycam footage shows Hoopes saying he woke up panicked, mistook his wife for an intruder, and fired three shots before realizing his mistake. The prosecution is preparing for a marathon trial, with expert testimony looming and no plea offers on the table—this case is far from over. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b14b07af44fbfc8e