3 of 4 Milwaukee hotel employees charged with murder of D’Vontaye Mitchell seek plea deal
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Three of the men charged with murder in the death of D’Vontaye Mitchell, who was pinned face down on the ground outside a Milwaukee hotel last year, are seeking plea deals in the case. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. A prosecutor from the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office was in court Tuesday requesting that a judge set plea dates on behalf of Devin W. Johnson-Carson, Brandon LaDaniel Turner and Herbert T. Williamson.
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Main Idea: Three Milwaukee hotel workers charged in the death of D’Vontaye Mitchell are now seeking plea deals, while a fourth defendant is set for trial.
Key Points:
- Prosecutors told the court they have reached a possible deal after weeks of negotiations with Devin W. Johnson-Carson, Brandon LaDaniel Turner and Herbert T. Williamson.
- The three men were charged with felony murder in August over Mitchell’s death outside a downtown Milwaukee Hyatt Regency.
- Police said Mitchell was pinned to the ground for minutes, and the complaint says he was tackled, punched and kicked during the struggle.
- The medical examiner ruled the death a homicide, citing restraint asphyxia and drug effects as the immediate cause.
Impact on the People
Negative Impact
The case may deepen public concern about hotel security training and the use of force, especially for workers and guests in crowded places.
Positive Impact
Plea deals could bring faster closure for Mitchell’s family and reduce court costs for taxpayers.
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One of the defendants seeking a plea deal and a central charged figure in the case.
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The prosecuting office actively handling the case and negotiating plea dates.
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The fourth defendant in the case, identified as not having reached a deal and headed for trial.
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The civil rights attorney representing Mitchell's family and commenting on the case.
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