The man charged with killing four Laurel, Nebraska, residents and setting fire to their homes has waived his right to be present for his trial later this year.
Because of publicity the high-profile case has received, it would be impossible for Jones to receive a fair trial in Cedar County, District Judge Bryan Meismer said in his ruling
The August 2022 shooting deaths of four Laurel residents has left potential jurors with strong feelings about the case and Jason Jones. His attorney filed for a change of venue.
The August 2022 shooting deaths of four Laurel, Nebraska, residents has left potential jurors with strong feelings about the case and Jason Jones. His attorney filed for a change of