The murder of Jennifer Hudson’s mother, brother and nephew in 2008 has finally seen some justice. Hudson’s brother-in-law, William Balfour, has been found guilty of three accounts of first-degree murder, home invasion, residential burglary, aggravated kidnapping, and possession of a stolen vehicle. He has been sentenced to life in prison. Balfour reportedly killed Hudson’s family members in a jealous rage when he was convinced that his estranged wife, Jennifer Hudson’s sister Julia, was dating someone else.
“We have felt the love and support from people all over the world and we’re very grateful. We want to extend a prayer from the Hudson family to the Balfour family,” Jennifer and Julia said in a statement. ”We have all suffered terrible loss in this tragedy. It is our prayer that the Lord will forgive Mr. Balfour of these heinous acts and bring his heart into repentance someday.”
Jurors deliberated for 18 hours over a three-day period. Three of the 12 jurors were unsure of Balfour’s guilt until reevaluating his cellphone records, which led them to a unanimous decision.
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