THOMAS WANTS CLARIFICATION OF OCTOBER CONVICTION

Thomas wants clarification of October conviction

An Ottumwa woman convicted of killing her daughter wants the court to clarify its ruling against her.  Kelsie Thomas was charged with first degree murder in the death of 5-year-old Cloe Chandler in July 2018.  Back in October, a judge found Thomas guilty of involuntary manslaughter, a lesser felony.  In her ruling, Judge Lucy Gamon found that Thomas did not act with the malice required for a murder conviction.  Last week, Thomas’ attorney filed a motion arguing that her actions are more consistent with aggravated manslaughter, rather than a felony.  A hearing will be held January 4 in Ottumwa.

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