Maybe because of memories of a lost romance or loneliness, or because of fear or coercion, or maybe the awkward hope of a diamond ring, Priya Whitt kept her silence for years. “Don’t say nothing,” she was told and Reginald Gant and Gregory Robinson expected her to keep her mouth shut.

After a four day trial, an Allen County Jail convicted Sanders of murder - acting in concert, attempted murder for the wounding of the younger brother of the deceased BMG gang member, battery, and a Level 5 felony criminal gang activity. The homicide took place Sept. 12, 2023 at 1:50 a.m.

The stabbing Jan. 4 of this year around 7:30 p.m. sparked outrage and further fear among some residents that it just isn’t safe to go downtown. What happened was a drama in the local homeless community on display through video, testimony and evidence this week in Allen Superior Court. 

A mistrial was declared in Allen Superior Court Thursday morning (June 12) due to jury misconduct, according to the defense attorney.