@trial_trackers: The David Prevatte trial ended in a mistrial after juror misconduct derailed deliberations. Jurors had already heard closing arguments and begun reviewing evidence when the judge learned that multiple jurors had discussed information that was never presented at trial. After questioning the panel individually, Judge Ricardo Jensen determined that too many jurors had been exposed to improper information to continue, and there were not enough alternates to replace them. Prevatte is charged with first-degree murder and statutory sexual offense with a child by an adult in the 2017 death of his 5-year-old niece, Paitin Fields. Prosecutors allege he sexually assaulted and strangled her. The defense maintains his innocence and argues the evidence does not prove he was responsible. The mistrial means there was no verdict, and prosecutors plan to retry the case. #DavidPrevatte #TrueCrime #Courtroom #Trial
