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Defense rests its case in trial of Delphi murders suspect Richard Allen | Day 17

Seven years after Libby German and Abby Williams were killed, the trial continues for the man accused of murdering them.

DELPHI, Ind. — It's been over seven years since the bodies of Abby Williams and Libby German were found near the Monon High Bridge in Delphi. Richard Allen, the man accused of killing the two teenagers, will stand trial for the 17th day Wednesday.

The trial began Friday, Oct. 18. 

Sixteen Allen County residents were selected to serve on the jury. Twelve of those people (eight women and four men) began the trial as jurors with four (two men and two women) serving as alternates. 

From opening statements to verdict, 13News will be at the Carroll County courthouse every day of the trial to explain what happened inside the courtroom.

Follow along with the latest updates from Wednesday below:

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10 a.m. - The defense just rested in the Delphi murders trial of Richard Allen. The prosecution wants to call a few witnesses before closing arguments, followed by the jury getting instructions and deliberating.

9 a.m. - Day 17 of the Delphi murders trial is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Check back for updates.

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