Stanko Appeals Murder Conviction | Pittsburgh News

Thomas Stanko, convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend Cassandra Gross in 2018, is now appealing his life sentence — a conviction that came after a jury heard over 300 pieces of evidence, including burned belongings and damning messages. Though Stanko claimed they’d reconciled and denied killing her, the jury found him guilty of first-degree murder and reckless burning. Gross’s family hailed the verdict as justice after eight years, calling his testimony full of lies. With his appeal now filed, the case remains far from over — and the truth behind her disappearance still eludes closure. 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/c0f65ea654a2dba0