“The Man Has Hate in His Eyes”: US Man Stares Down Attorney While Hearing Guilty Verdict, SA Stunned

• A chilling courtroom moment where a man gave his attorney an intimidating stare after receiving a guilty verdict drew significant attention
• The intense scene captured and shared on TikTok showed the defendant in prison attire standing beside his female legal counsel
• Social media users expressed a range of reactions, with many condemning the man's actions and others voicing concerns for the lawyer's safety

A tense and compelling scene from a US courtroom, where a convicted individual appeared to hold his legal representative accountable for his fate, sparked a considerable online discussion.

The video, shared on TikTok by @horrificnightmares, drew a mass of viewers, prompting a wide range of interpretations and strong opinions.

The clip captured the raw emotion following Judge Kimberly Esmond Adams' pronouncement of Josiah Hughley's sentence. Dressed in prison clothing and handcuffed, Josiah stood beside his female attorney. As the judge declared his sentence-20 years consecutive for count one, and another 20 years consecutive for count three, violation of street gang terrorism and prevention-Josiah's gaze fixed angrily on his lawyer. His expression was one of deep accusation, as if he believed she had somehow misrepresented or failed him.

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The intense aftermath of the verdict

The intense, blaming stare hinted at deep-seated fury. Josiah was one of three men convicted of the murder of a 29-year-old father shot during a gas station robbery. Initially, all three received life sentences without parole. According to reports, however, a legal error in 2023 seemingly gave Josiah false hope of parole, leading to his visible rage when that hope was destroyed.

Netizens worry about the lawyer's safety

The dramatic video gained massive views, likes, and comments from social media users who were deeply disturbed by the convicted man's gestures towards his lawyer. Many stated that Josiah was receiving just punishment for the serious crimes he was involved in, declaring that he deserved the lengthy sentence.

Some expressed concern for the safety of the attorney, arguing that she did not deserve such intimidating stares, as she could not undo the crimes he had committed. Others called for the lawyer's protection, emphasising that the convicted man belonged in jail due to his dangerous nature.

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User @erlx1n said:

"The man has hate in his eyes 😭."

User @MakkaPakka added:

"We really live in a society of look, don’t act. Maybe separate them for her safety while they’re standing right next to each other

User @Mina commented:

"She'd better protect herself, once he's released. I'm getting the "you'll pay for this once I'm out,'🤔 vibe.

User @Barbie@1b said:

"I know exactly what he's thinking. She better pray he doesn't get out and find her home. Stop representing these bandit lawyers, refuse, please. She's brave to stand there and take the stares. 😂 She should have just walked off and never looked back."

User @RANDA added:

"May God protect her. That’s scary!"

User @Finleyharris89 commented:

"I don't know why people think that if you have a lawyer, you won’t be found guilty. Lawyers are there to give you the best advice and make sure you are given all your legal rights."

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Source: Briefly News