Found Deceased WI - Prince McCree, 5, Critical Missing, last seen 9am at home near 54th & Meinecke, discovered missing 1pm, Milwaukee, 25 Oct 2023

[Niner]

just a docket update for Pietura

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
07-26-2024 02:00 pm Safety Building, Room 423 Sentencing hearing Court Kies-45, Jean Marie

Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
07-17-2024 Pre-sentence investigation filed Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
DOC-3A Pre-Sentence Investigation, signed and filed.

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Friday, July 26th:
*Sentencing Hearing (@ 2pm ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. *David E. Pietura (27) arrested (10/26/23), charged (10/30/23) & arraigned (11/17/23) with 1st degree intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, as a party to a crime. Plead not guilty. Cash bond $500K. Milwaukee County
Trial was set to begin with jury selection on 6/3/24 but vacated, Pietura plead guilty.
Judge Jean Marie Kies presiding. Prosecutors: Matthew J. Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Russell J.A. Jones.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 5/31/24 reference post #138 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-7
6/3/24 Update: Guilty plea questionnaire/plea advisement form. Plea questionnaire/waiver of rights received & filed. Addendum to Plea Questionnaire & waiver of rights received & filed. State's Offer letter received & filed. Jury instructions received & filed. Plea hearing. Defendant Pietura in court, in custody. Attorney Russell J. A. Jones in court for Pietura. Attorneys Matthew James Torbenson & Mallory Davis in court for State of Wisconsin. State compliant with victim notification. As to County 1: Defendant changed his plea to GUILTY to intentional homicide. Defendant examined as to his plea, advised of his Constitutional rights & the maximum penalty. Defendant advised that if not a U.S. Citizen, that a plea of guilty or no contest to the crime you are charged may result in deportation, exclusion from admission to this country, or the denial of naturalization under federal law is possible. Court found that defendant knowingly, voluntarily & intelligently waived his rights. Guilty Plea Questionnaire/Waiver of Rights & Addendum received & filed. Parties stipulate to the complaint as a factual basis to sustain defendant's plea. Court found defendant guilty & ordered a Judgment of Conviction be entered on the record. Court advised Defendant as a convicted felon he may never possess a firearm/weapon, body armor, explosives & he may not vote until his civil rights are restored. Defendant remanded pending sentencing. Defense requests a presentence investigation with recommendation. As to Counts 2 & 3: Pursuant to negotiations & on motion of the State, Court ordered Counts 2 & 3 dismissed & read-in for purposes of sentencing. Sentencing hearing scheduled on 7/26/24 @ 2pm. Order for pre-sentence investigation.
6/12/24 Docket update: Notes. Request for payment of witness fees prepared by the DA's Victim/Witness Services dated 6/3/24 for MM & CM for each appearance on 6/3/24. 7/17/24 Docket update: DOC-3A: Pre-sentence investigation filed & signed by Judge Jean Marie Kies.
*Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 16) – Hearing on 8/30/24.

 

[Niner]

Looks like he got a life sentence...

Pietura:

Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
07-26-2024 Sentencing hearing Kies-45, Jean Marie Worden, Kathleen
Additional text:
Defendant David E Pietura in court, in custody. Attorney Russell J. A. Jones in court for David E Pietura. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson and Mallory Davis in court for State of Wisconsin.
Case in court for sentencing hearing. Court finds State has complied with victim notification. Sentencing hearing proceeded. Statements made as to sentencing. Additional statements by J.B., D.M., L.C., S.J., and C.J.

AS TO COUNT 1:
Court ordered defendant to serve a total length of sentence of life in prison (CONSECUTIVE) and orders defendant is not eligible for release to extended supervision.

Court orders no contact with the family of the victim.

COURT RECOMMENDS THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMMING:
-Mental health evaluation, comply with recommended treatment;
-Take all medication as prescribed;
-AODA assessment, comply with recommended treatment;
-Treatment and/or counseling as determined by DOC;
-A course in Thinking for a Change;
-No Firearms.

Court orders restitution in the amount of $0.

Defendant shall provide a DNA sample for the Data Bank and pay all appropriate costs.
Court ordered defendant to pay all applicable court costs and surcharges.
As to all costs and surcharges, Court orders DOC shall collect prison funds at an amount or percentage deemed appropriate by the Department of Corrections. Remaining balance to be collected during the period of extended supervision. Unpaid amount to convert to a civil judgment.

Court advised defendant that as a convicted felon he may never possess a firearm, body armor, or ammunition. Court advised defendant that his voting rights are suspended and he may not vote in any election until his civil rights are restored.
Court advised defendant of his right to seek post conviction relief.

Filed,
Written Explanation of Determinate Life Sentence;
Notice of Right to Seek Post Conviction Relief;
Ineligible Voting Notice & Acknowledgement;
Pretrial Incarceration Credit.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_SW_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_SJ_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_AJ_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_JJ_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_TH_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_MW_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_TW_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_BR_23CF4961, filed.

07-24-2024 Victim impact statement Kies-45, Jean Marie
Additional text:
VIS_JH_23CF4961, filed.

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access


Mendoza:
Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
08-30-2024 09:00 am VRP Youth & Family Justice Ctr, Rm 2421 Hearing Court Gramling Perez-32, Laura

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[imstilla.grandma]

According to prosecutors, Pietura and a then-15-year-old boy lived with 5-year-old Prince McCree’s family. Peitura and the teen beat Prince to death in the home’s basement in October using their fists, a barbell, a concrete birdfeeder and a golf club and then hid the body in a Dumpster, prosecutors allege.

Judge sends Milwaukee man to prison for life in 2023 beating death of 5-year-old boy

A judge has sentenced a Milwaukee man accused of helping a teenager beat a 5-year-old boy to death to life in prison without parole. The teenage boy, now 16, faces multiple charges in adult court including being a party to homicide.

www.wdio.com

 

[LauraAnne]

What a sad, awful story.

 

[Niner]

Friday, August 30th:
*Hearing (@ 8:30am ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. - *Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 16) arrested (10/23/23) & charged (10/30/23) with 1st degree felony intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, 3 counts of 1st degree recklessly endangering safety use of dangerous weapon (in connection with a series of alleged stabbings on Oct. 23, 2023 in the city). Milwaukee County
Judge Laura Gramling Perez presiding. Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Scott Franklin Anderson.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 4/30/24 reference post #131 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-7
5/8/24 Docket update: Notice of hearing. Motion hearing on 5/15/24 @ 8:30am to be held via Zoom. Case is also scheduled for a hearing on Reverse Waiver on 6/4/24 @ 9am. 5/10/24 Docket update: Motion received & filed. Defense motion to adjourn Reverse Waiver hearing on 6/4/24.
5/15/24 Update: Motion hearing held via Zoom. Judge Laura Gramling Perez presiding. Appearances by: Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Attorneys for Defendant: Scott Franklin Anderson. Case in court for Motion hearing. Defendant appearances is waived. Motion to Adjourn hearing on 6/4/24. No objections from parties. Case will remain with Branch 32 after rotation. Case adjourned in hearing on 8/30/24 @ 8:30am.
6/10/24 Docket update: Notes. Request for payment of witness fees prepared by the DA's Victim/Witness Services dated 6/3/24 for MM & CM for each appearance on 6/3/24.
*David E. Pietura (27) – Plead guilty (6/3/24) & sentenced on 7/26/24 to life in prison.

 

[Niner]

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
10-03-2024 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Doctor's Report Return Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
08-30-2024 Judicial transfer Havas-10, Michelle A.
08-30-2024 Proposed Order Gramling Perez-32, Laura
08-30-2024 DE not competent to stand trial, case suspended Gramling Perez-32, Laura Wallow, Amy
08-30-2024 Hearing Gramling Perez-32, Laura Wallow, Amy
Additional text:
Defendant Erik J Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Erik J Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin.

Case in Court for a Reverse Waiver Hearing. Defense withdraws the Reverse Waiver Motion and raises competency. Defense raises competency pursuant to Wisc. Stat. 971.14(3). Court suspends proceedings and ordered defendant be examined by the Forensic Unit. Parties are advised this case has been assigned to Judge Havas, Branch 10. Matter adjourned for Return on Doctor's Report in Branch 10.
Doctor's Report Return scheduled for October 3, 2024 at 08:30 am.

08-26-2024 Order Gramling Perez-32, Laura
Additional text:
Signed & Filed. Copy sent to MCSO. Order to Produce.

08-26-2024 Proposed Order
Additional text:
received and filed. Proposed Order to Produce

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Thursday, Oct. 3rd:
*Doctor’s Report Return Hearing (@ 8:30am ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. - *Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 16) arrested (10/23/23) & charged (10/30/23) with 1st degree felony intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, 3 counts of 1st degree recklessly endangering safety use of dangerous weapon (in connection with a series of alleged stabbings on Oct. 23, 2023 in the city). Milwaukee County
Judge Laura Gramling Perez presiding. Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Scott Franklin Anderson.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 5/15/24 reference post #146 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-8
6/10/24 Docket update: Notes. Request for payment of witness fees prepared by the DA's Victim/Witness Services dated 6/3/24 for MM & CM for each appearance on 6/3/24. Next motions hearing on 8/30/24 @ 8:30am.
8/26/24 Docket update: Proposed Order received & filed. Proposed Order to Produce. Order signed by Judge Laura Gramling Perez. Filed. Copy sent to MCSO. Order to Produce.
8/30/24 Update: Defendant Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin. Case in Court for a Reverse Waiver Hearing. Defense withdraws the Reverse Waiver Motion & raises competency. Defense raises competency pursuant to Wisc. Stat. 971.14(3). Court suspends proceedings & ordered defendant be examined by the Forensic Unit. Parties are advised this case has been assigned to Judge Havas, Branch 10. Matter adjourned for Return on Doctor's Report in Branch 10. Doctor's Report Return scheduled for 10/3/24 @ 8:30am. Defendant not competent to stand trial, case suspended. Judicial transfer.
*David E. Pietura (27/now 28) – Plead guilty (6/3/24) & sentenced on 7/26/24 to life in prison.

 

[Niner]

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
11-08-2024 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Status conference Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
10-03-2024 DE competent to stand trial, suspension lifted

10-03-2024 Hearing Havas-10, Michelle A. Hennessy, Caroline
Additional text:
Defendant Erik J Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Erik J Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for the State of Wisconsin.
Case in court for Return on Doctor's Report. State and Defense have received and reviewed the report. No challenges to the report.
The Court will adopt the findings of the doctor's report and find the defendant is competent to proceed and reinstates the proceedings. All previous bail and bail conditions are to remain.
Defense is requesting time to investigate a possible NGI plea. State does not object.
Case is adjourned to 11-8-24 at 8:30 am for status conference.
Status conference scheduled for November 8, 2024 at 08:30 am.

10-01-2024 Examining physician's report Havas-10, Michelle A.
Additional text:
filed.

09-19-2024 Order to produce Martin, Dewey B.

09-19-2024 Proposed Order Martin, Dewey B.

09-03-2024 Order Gramling Perez-32, Laura
Additional text:
Signed & Filed. Copy sent to Forensic Staff. Order for Competency Examination by Department of Health Services.


link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Friday, November 8th;
*Status Conference Hearing (@ 8:30am ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. - *Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 16) arrested (10/23/23) & charged (10/30/23) with 1st degree felony intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, 3 counts of 1st degree recklessly endangering safety use of dangerous weapon (in connection with a series of alleged stabbings on Oct. 23, 2023 in the city). Milwaukee County
Judge Laura Gramling Perez presiding. Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Scott Franklin Anderson.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 8/26/24 reference post #148 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-8
8/30/24 Update: Defendant Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin. Case in Court for a Reverse Waiver Hearing. Defense withdraws the Reverse Waiver Motion & raises competency. Defense raises competency pursuant to Wisc. Stat. 971.14(3). Court suspends proceedings & ordered defendant be examined by the Forensic Unit. Parties are advised this case has been assigned to Judge Havas, Branch 10. Matter adjourned for Return on Doctor's Report in Branch 10. Doctor's Report Return scheduled for 10/3/24 @ 8:30am. Defendant not competent to stand trial, case suspended. Judicial transfer.
9/3/24 Docket update: Order by Judge Laura Gramling Perez. Signed & filed. Copy sent to Forensic Staff. Order for Competency Examination by Dept. of Health Services. 9/19/24 Docket update: Proposed Order & Order to produce filed by Dewey B. Martin.
10/1/24 Docket update: Examining physician's report filed by Michelle A. Havas. 10/3/24 Update: Hearing held. Defendant Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott F. Anderson in court for Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew J. Torbenson in court for the State. Case in court for Return on Doctor's Report. State & Defense have received & reviewed the report. No challenges to the report. The Court will adopt the findings of the doctor's report & find the defendant is competent to proceed & reinstates the proceedings. All previous bail & bail conditions are to remain. Defense is requesting time to investigate a possible NGI plea. State does not object. Case is adjourned to 11/8/24 @ 8:30am for status conference. DE competent to stand trial, suspension lifted.
*David E. Pietura (27/now 28) – Plead guilty (6/3/24) & sentenced on 7/26/24 to life in prison.

 

[Niner]

Court Activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
11-22-2024 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Status conference Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
11-08-2024 Status conference Havas-10, Michelle A. DeLaRosa, Amy
Additional text:
Defendant Erik J Mendoza not in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Erik J Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin.
Case in court for a status conference. Defense is requesting a short adjournment to investigate a possible NGI.
Case is adjourned to 11-22-24 at 8:30 am for status counsel. Defendant is to be produced to court on the next court date.
Status conference scheduled for November 22, 2024 at 08:30 am.

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Friday, Nov. 22nd:
*Status Conference Hearing (@ 8:30am ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. - *Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 16) arrested (10/23/23) & charged (10/30/23) with 1st degree felony intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, 3 counts of 1st degree recklessly endangering safety use of dangerous weapon (in connection with a series of alleged stabbings on Oct. 23, 2023 in the city). Milwaukee County
Judge Laura Gramling Perez presiding. Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Scott Franklin Anderson.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 9/3/24 reference post #150 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-8
10/1/24 Docket update: Examining physician's report filed by Michelle A. Havas. 10/3/24 Update: Hearing held. Defendant Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott F. Anderson in court for Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew J. Torbenson in court for the State. Case in court for Return on Doctor's Report. State & Defense have received & reviewed the report. No challenges to the report. The Court will adopt the findings of the doctor's report & find the defendant is competent to proceed & reinstates the proceedings. All previous bail & bail conditions are to remain. Defense is requesting time to investigate a possible NGI plea. State does not object. Case is adjourned to 11/8/24 @ 8:30am for status conference. DE competent to stand trial, suspension lifted.
11/8/24 Update: Status conference held with Michelle A. Havas presiding. Defendant Mendoza not in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin. Case in court for a status conference. Defense is requesting a short adjournment to investigate a possible NGI. Case is adjourned to 11/22/24 @ 8:30am for status counsel. Defendant is to be produced to court on the next court date.
*David E. Pietura (27/now 28) – Plead guilty (6/3/24) & sentenced on 7/26/24 to life in prison.

 

[Niner]

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
02-21-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Doctor's Report Return Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
11-22-2024 Status conference Havas-10, Michelle A. Hennessy, Caroline
Additional text:
Defendant Erik J Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Erik J Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew James Torbenson and Jessica Behling in court for the State of Wisconsin.

Defense is entering a special plea of not guilty by mental disease or defect. Defense has obtained on doctor to evaluate the defendant.
Defense informs the Court the report will be done in February.

Case is adjourned to 2-21-24 at 8:30 am for return on doctor's report/ status conference.
Doctor's Report Return scheduled for February 21, 2025 at 08:30 am.

11-11-2024 Order to produce Martin, Dewey B.

11-11-2024 Proposed Order Martin, Dewey B.

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Friday, February 21st:
*Status Conference Hearing (Return on Dr. report) (@ 8:30am ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. - *Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 17) arrested (10/23/23) & charged (10/30/23) with 1st degree felony intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, 3 counts of 1st degree recklessly endangering safety use of dangerous weapon (in connection with a series of alleged stabbings on Oct. 23, 2023 in the city). Plead not guilty by reason mental disease/defect. Milwaukee County
Judge Michelle A. Havas presiding. Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Scott Franklin Anderson.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 10/1/24 reference post #152 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-8
11/8/24 Update: Status conference held with Michelle A. Havas presiding. Defendant Mendoza not in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin. Case in court for a status conference. Defense is requesting a short adjournment to investigate a possible NGI. Case is adjourned to 11/22/24 @ 8:30am for status counsel. Defendant is to be produced to court on the next court date. 11/11/24 Docket update: Proposed Order. Order to produce both filed by Dewey B. Martin.
11/22/24 Update: Status conference held with Judge Michelle A. Havas presiding. Defendant Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew James Torbenson & Jessica Behling in court for the State of Wisconsin. Defense is entering a special plea of not guilty by mental disease or defect. Defense has obtained on doctor to evaluate the defendant. Defense informs the Court the report will be done in February. Case is adjourned to 2/21/25 at 8:30am for return on doctor's report/status conference.
*David E. Pietura (27/now 28) – Plead guilty (6/3/24) & sentenced on 7/26/24 to life in prison.

 

[Niner]

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
04-08-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Doctor's Report Return Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

05-23-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Final pre-trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

06-16-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Jury trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
02-21-2025 Proposed Order
02-21-2025 Further proceedings Havas-10, Michelle A. Franklin, Jennifer
Additional text:
Defendant Erik J Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Erik J Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for the State of Wisconsin.
Case in court on return of a doctor's report as to NGI. The defense's doctor has not submitted a report at this time.
Defense is requesting an NGI examination be done by Dr. Deborah Collins and is requesting a final pretrial and jury trial date.
Case is adjourned to 4-8-25 at 8:30 am for return on doctor's report as to NGI, and 5-23-25 at 8:30 am for final pretrial and 6-16-25 at 8:30 am for jury trial.
Doctor's Report Return scheduled for April 8, 2025 at 08:30 am.
Final pre-trial scheduled for May 23, 2025 at 08:30 am.
Jury trial scheduled for June 16, 2025 at 08:30 am.

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Docket updates

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
04-08-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Status conference Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

05-23-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Final pre-trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

06-16-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Jury trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
03-19-2025 Notes
Additional text:
Due to the letter the Court received from Dr. Collins, the return on doctor's report hearing scheduled for 4-8-25 at 8:30 am is being changed to a status conference. Parties notified via email.

03-18-2025 Letters/correspondence Havas-10, Michelle A.
Additional text:
from Dr. Collins to the Court, filed.

02-24-2025 Order Havas-10, Michelle A.
Additional text:
Order for Examination Under 971.16 Wis. Stats. (NGI), signed and filed.


link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Tuesday, April 8th:
*Status Conference Hearing (@ 8:30am ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. - *Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 17) arrested (10/23/23) & charged (10/30/23) with 1st degree felony intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, 3 counts of 1st degree recklessly endangering safety use of dangerous weapon (in connection with a series of alleged stabbings on Oct. 23, 2023 in the city). Plead not guilty by reason mental disease/defect. Milwaukee County
Trial set to begin on 6/16/25.
Judge Michelle A. Havas presiding. Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Scott Franklin Anderson.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 11/11/24 reference post #154 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-8
11/22/24 Update: Status conference held with Judge Michelle A. Havas presiding. Defendant Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew James Torbenson & Jessica Behling in court for the State of Wisconsin. Defense is entering a special plea of not guilty by mental disease or defect. Defense has obtained on doctor to evaluate the defendant. Defense informs the Court the report will be done in February. Case is adjourned to 2/21/25 at 8:30am for return on doctor's report/status conference.
2/21/25 Update: Further proceedings held with Judge Michella A. Havas presiding. Defendant Mendoza in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Prosecuting attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for the State of Wisconsin. Case in court on return of a doctor's report as to NGI. The defense's doctor has not submitted a report at this time. Defense is requesting an NGI examination be done by Dr. Deborah Collins & is requesting a final pretrial & jury trial date. Case is adjourned to 4/8/25 @ 8:30am for return on doctor's report as to NGI & on 5/23/25 @ 8:30am for final pretrial & jury trial will begin on 6/16/25 @ 8:30am. Proposed Order. 2/24/25 Docket update: Order for Examination Under 971.16 Wis. Stats. (NGI), signed & filed by Michaell A. Havas.
3/18/25 Docket update: Letters/correspondence from Dr. Collins to the Court filed. 3/19/25 Docket update: Notes: Due to the letter the Court received from Dr. Collins, the return on doctor's report hearing scheduled for 4/8/25 at 8:30am is being changed to a status conference. Parties notified via email.
*David E. Pietura (27/now 28) – Plead guilty (6/3/24) & sentenced on 7/26/24 to life in prison.

 

[Niner]

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
05-08-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Doctor's Report Return Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

05-23-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Final pre-trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

06-16-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Jury trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
04-08-2025 Status conference Havas-10, Michelle A. Hennessy, Caroline
Additional text:
Defendant Erik J Mendoza not in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Erik J Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin.
Case in court for Status Conference. The defendant's appearance is waived by his attorney for this date only. Court is in receipt of examiner's letter dated 03/18/2025 requesting an extension of return on report. Parties have no objection. Court grants examiner's extension request and orders case adjourned for Doctor's Report Return. Case remains calendared in Branch 10.
Doctor's Report Return scheduled for May 8, 2025 at 08:30 am.

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

[Niner]

Just a docket update.

Court activities
Date Time Location Description Type Court official
05-08-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Doctor's Report Return Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

05-23-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Final pre-trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.

06-16-2025 08:30 am Safety Building, Room 423 Jury trial Court Havas-10, Michelle A.


Court record
Date Event Court official Court reporter Amount
05-05-2025 Motion in limine Havas-10, Michelle A.

05-05-2025 Witness list - plaintiff Havas-10, Michelle A.

05-02-2025 Report Havas-10, Michelle A.

link: Wisconsin Circuit Court Access

 

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Thursday, May 8th:
*Doctor’s Report Return Hearing (@ 8:30am ET) - WI - Prince McCree (5) went missing around 1pm on Oct. 25, 2023 & on 10/26/23 found dead in dumpster, the child was found with injuries from blunt force trauma a mile south on the 5500 block of West Vliet Street near Holly Road, Milwaukee. - *Erik J. Mendoza aka Erik J. Krause-Mendoza (15/now 17) arrested (10/23/23) & charged (10/30/23) with 1st degree felony intentional homicide, felony physical abuse of a child, repeated acts causing death, hiding a corpse, 3 counts of 1st degree recklessly endangering safety use of dangerous weapon (in connection with a series of alleged stabbings on Oct. 23, 2023 in the city). Plead not guilty by reason mental disease/defect. Milwaukee County
Trial set to begin on 6/16/25.
Judge Michelle A. Havas presiding. Assistant DA Matthew Torbenson & Jessica Behling. Defense attorney Scott Franklin Anderson.
Case & Court info from 10/25/23 thru 3/18/25 reference post #157 here:
https://www.websleuths.com/forums/t...ssing-1pm-milwaukee-25-oct-2023.694231/page-8
3/19/25 Docket update: Notes: Due to the letter the Court received from Dr. Collins, the return on doctor's report hearing scheduled for 4/8/25 at 8:30am is being changed to a status conference. Parties notified via email.
4/8/25 Update: Status conference held with Judge Michelle A. Havas presiding. Defendant Mendoza not in court, in custody. Attorney Scott Franklin Anderson in court for Mendoza. Attorney Matthew James Torbenson in court for State of Wisconsin. Case in court for Status Conference. The defendant's appearance is waived by his attorney for this date only. Court is in receipt of examiner's letter dated 3/18/25 requesting an extension of return on report. Parties have no objection. Court grants examiner's extension request & orders case adjourned for Doctor's Report Return. Case remains calendared in Branch 10. Next Doctor's Report Return scheduled for 5/8/25 @ 8:30am.
5/2/25 Docket update: Report filed by Michelle A. Havas. 5/5/25 Docket update: Witness list-plaintiff filed by Michelle A. Havas. Motion in Limine by Michelle A. Havas.
*David E. Pietura (27/now 28) – Plead guilty (6/3/24) & sentenced on 7/26/24 to life in prison.