Judge Refers DA Over Murder Case | Durham News

A Philadelphia federal judge has referred District Attorney Larry Krasner and his top assistant Matthew Stiegler to the Justice Department over alleged misconduct in handling a post-conviction case for murder convict Dennis Johnson. The judge cited troubling evidence of pressure to lie in court and threats against staff who defied orders, suggesting possible legal violations. Krasner denies the claims and plans to appeal, while Stiegler remains silent. Johnson’s petition for a new trial is paused, with uncertainty over who will now handle it — a developing story with major implications for prosecutorial ethics and accountability. 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.Sources:https://www.wral.com/news/ap/3dda4-judge-refers-philadelphia-district-attorney-to-federal-prosecutors-for-investigation/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/81bd7412e8eaa426 Report issues to [email protected].