DePape Found Guilty In Paul Pelosi Hammer Incident
OAN’s Abril Elfi
5:02 PM – Thursday, November 16, 2023
David DePape has been found guilty for assaulting Paul Pelosi with a hammer last year.
On Thursday, a federal jury found DePape guilty of the attack against Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, when he hit the former Speaker’s husband with a hammer during a break-in at their home last year.
He now faces up to 50-years in prison.
The panel of 12 achieved unanimous verdicts after selecting from a pool of 15 jurors and alternate jurors made up of 12 males and three women.
They deliberated for seven hours across two days. Around four and a half hours on Wednesday and two and a half hours on Thursday.
DePape now faces a maximum sentence of life in prison as he is still facing state charges as well, which include attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon, elder abuse, residential burglary, false imprisonment, and threatening the life or serious bodily harm to a public official or their relative.
The 42-year-old man stormed into the former Speaker of the House’s home in San Francisco back in October 2022 and assaulted her husband, Paul Pelosi, with a hammer when police arrived.
“Where’s Nancy?” DePape said, confronting Paul Pelosi before the 83-year-old could dial 9-1-1.
Bodycam footage from responding policemen shows a confused DePape opening the door with a hammer before raising it over Paul Pelosi’s head to smash him.
The former Speaker’s husband was then hospitalized and underwent surgery to fix a skull fracture and other injuries caused in the attack.
DePape is reportedly due back in court on December 13th when a date for sentencing will be set.
His next date in state court is November 29th.
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Title: Man Found Guilty for Assaulting Paul Pelosi with a Hammer
Introduction:
In a recent development, David DePape was found guilty of assaulting Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, with a hammer last year. This shocking incident took place during a break-in at their home, and DePape now faces up to 50 years in prison. The verdict was reached by a federal jury, marking an important step towards justice for the victims involved.
The Verdict and Charges:
On Thursday, a federal jury unanimously found DePape guilty for the attack on Paul Pelosi. During the break-in, DePape struck Pelosi with a hammer, resulting in his hospitalization for six days. The jury, comprised of 12 males and three females, deliberated for seven hours over two days before reaching their unanimous decision.
DePape’s Sentence and Additional Charges:
With this guilty verdict, DePape faces a maximum sentence of life in prison. It is important to note that he still faces state charges including attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon, elder abuse, residential burglary, false imprisonment, and threatening the life or bodily harm of a public official or their relative. These charges emphasize the severity of the crime committed and the potential consequences that await DePape.
Details of the Attack:
The attack occurred in October 2022 when DePape stormed into Nancy Pelosi’s home in San Francisco. Confronting Paul Pelosi, he asked about Nancy’s whereabouts before launching the assault. Bodycam footage from responding police officers captures the moment DePape raised a hammer over Paul Pelosi’s head, intending to strike him. The victim suffered a skull fracture and other injuries, requiring surgery to recover.
Legal Proceedings and Future Court Dates:
DePape’s legal journey continues as he awaits further court proceedings. On December 13th, he is due back in court for a sentencing date to be set. Simultaneously, his next appearance in state court is scheduled for November 29th. These upcoming court dates will determine the precise punishment DePape will receive for the aforementioned charges.
Conclusion:
The guilty verdict on David DePape for assaulting Paul Pelosi with a hammer represents a significant step towards justice being served. The severity of the crime committed against a public official’s relative has led to multiple charges, highlighting the seriousness of the incident. As the legal process unfolds, it is essential to acknowledge the impact this attack had on the victims and the gravity of the punishment DePape may face.
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