Former DPP to Defend Alleged Child Killer Angela Mejia
Former Director of Public Prosecutions Anthony Armstrong is set to represent Angela Mejia, who has been charged with the murder of 9-year-old Chantel Crump.
Although Armstrong did not attend court today, attorneys standing in for him confirmed that he will be overseeing the defense.
This morning, there was a heavy police presence at the court. Several journalists were prevented from approaching the perimeter, which was guarded by heavily armed policemen.
According to police, Mejia allegedly picked up Chantel in Grays Farm on March 12 and later killed her in Glanvilles.
During today’s hearing, the court was informed that the case file is still under investigation, and the matter has been rescheduled for committal proceedings on September 17.
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