C-Murder’s Legal Battle: Federal Judge Upholds Murder Conviction Amidst Controversy

In a recent legal development, federal judge Sarah S. Vance upheld the murder conviction of renowned rapper C-Murder, born Corey Miller. The 2009 conviction, which found him guilty of the murder of 16-year-old Steve Thomas at New Orleans’ Platinum Club, has faced renewed scrutiny. Despite witnesses Darnell and Kenneth Jordan initially testifying against Miller, their 2018 recantations claiming coercion by law enforcement were dismissed by Judge Vance, who deemed their statements “suspect and not reliable.”

Miller’s attorney, Jane Hogan, expressed disappointment at the ruling but affirmed an appeal to the Fifth Circuit court. Hogan remains optimistic about the possibility of Miller having a chance to prove his innocence, citing a pending state court petition alleging factual innocence.

The controversy surrounding C-Murder’s case extends beyond the legal arena. George Thomas, the brother of the alleged murder victim, Steve Thomas, recently broke his silence on Kim Kardashian’s advocacy for Miller’s freedom. In a podcast interview, Thomas criticized Kardashian, considering her involvement a “slap in the face” to his family, highlighting the ongoing debate about the rapper’s innocence. Stay tuned for updates on this high-profile case on AO Network.