PITTSBURGH - The man charged in the Pittsburgh synagogue massacre still wants to plead guilty in exchange for a life sentence, his lawyer said Thursday. Judy Clarke told a judge she hopes the case against Robert Bowers can be resolved without a trial. Authorities say Bowers killed 11 people and wounded seven at Tree of Life synagogue last October. Prosecutors in Pittsburgh have previously indicated their intent to seek the death penalty against Bowers, but a final decision rests with the U.S. attorney general. Assistant U.S. Attorney Troy Rivetti said Thursday the death penalty review process is ongoing.

Source: thestar May 23, 2019 15:36 UTC