Murder Case in Death of Nine-Year-Old Chantel Crump Committed to High Court

The murder case against Angela Mejia, accused of killing nine-year-old Chantel Crump, has been committed to the High Court after prosecutors presented additional evidence at the St John's Magistrates' Court. The case, which has faced months of delays, will now proceed before a judge and jury.

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Murder Case in Death of Nine-Year-Old Chantel Crump Committed to High Court
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