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Phone evidence, claims of 'black magic' presented as state rests in McAllen murder trial
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · As published by KRGV
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Claims of 'black magic' were also introduced as part of the evidence.
A murder trial is underway in McAllen . The state has rested its case, presenting phone evidence during the proceedings. Claims of 'black magic' were also introduced as part of the evidence.
Details of the trial are being reported by KRGV. The case is currently ongoing in McAllen. For more information on the trial, including specifics about the phone evidence and 'black magic' claims, readers can refer to KRGV's coverage.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 6, 2026 ·
Source: KRGV ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A murder trial is underway in McAllen. The state has rested its case, presenting phone evidence during the proceedings. Claims of 'black magic' were also introduced as part of the evidence. Details…
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