A man suspected in the beating death of another man is set to appear in court on Tuesday in Columbus, Ohio. Jacob Laurence, aged 34, will face trial in the Franklin County Common Pleas Court at 9 a.m., as per court documents.
Indictment and Charges
Laurence was indicted on March 14 for reckless homicide and tampering related to the death of 57-year-old Stephan Albright. Albright’s body was discovered near the train tracks in Marble Cliff, situated on West Fifth Avenue just east of Dublin Road, in November.
Police Investigation
Following Albright’s death, Grandview Heights police identified Laurence as a person of interest. Surveillance footage depicted Laurence and another individual riding bikes near the area where Albright was found deceased. Notably, the second person involved has not faced charges in connection to the incident.
Legal Background
Prior to the current case, Laurence had an outstanding warrant for his arrest due to violating the terms of his community control, stemming from a burglary case in 2023.
Conclusion: Seeking Justice
As Jacob Laurence’s trial commences, the community awaits justice for the tragic death of Stephan Albright. Stay updated on this developing story by downloading The Local News App to your phone.
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