Neo-Nazi Sam Woodward convicted in hate crime murder of gay, Jewish teen Blaze Bernstein.

Blaze Bernstein, a gay and Jewish teen, was murdered in a hate crime in 2018 by his former classmate, Sam Woodward, a known neo-Nazi. After a lengthy legal battle marked by delays, Blaze’s family finally confronted Woodward in court. Prosecutor Jennifer Walker highlighted Blaze's identity as a key factor in the crime. The case underscores the ongoing struggle against hate crimes and the resilience of victims’ families in seeking justice.

September 22, 2024
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