Man Found Not Guilty in Mother's Death Case in Broward County

Not Guilty Verdict in Manslaughter Case

• 👨‍⚖️ A Broward County jury has returned a not-guilty verdict on all charges against Alexander Del Toro Jr.
• 💔 Del Toro was accused in the death of his mother, which occurred in 2019.
• 🛡️ The defendant testified that his actions were in self-defense, aiming to protect himself and his mother from his father.

Jury Deliberations and Privileges

• 📜 The jury was polled, and each member confirmed the verdict was their true finding.
• 🔒 Jurors were advised of their special privilege not to discuss jury deliberations, emphasizing the private nature of their work.
• ⚖️ The judge thanked the jurors for their service and presented them with certificates.

Broader News Segments

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