Brooke Skylar Richardson refused offer from prosecutors before murder trial, parents tell "48 Ho…
- Sep 26, 2019
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Former Ohio high school cheerleader Brooke Skylar Richardson, facing the potential of life in prison if she was convicted for the death of her newborn, gambled and turned down an offer from prosecutors that would have thrown out the most serious charge against her, reports "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty.
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Brief Summary
Charlie considers a plea deal to avoid aggravated murder charges, reflecting on the emotional weight of the decision.
Key points
- Soph's Dilemma. Faced with a tough plea deal, Soph wrestles with her conscience.
