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The interim government is prosecuting Atef Najib under the 1949 penal code, a statute written for ordinary murder, not for crimes against humanity.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

Jonathan Chung, who is prosecuting Kelly and Clark, said he still does not know the motive for Morris’ homicide.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2025

The San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, which is prosecuting the case, was not immediately available to comment.

From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2024

The local district attorney, who is prosecuting Tennessee’s charges against Williams, declined to comment on the extortion accusations, citing an ongoing investigation, and didn’t specify whether or not they’re looking into extortion claims.

From Seattle Times • May 30, 2024

G. show that he is prosecuting his labors with unwearied zeal and assiduity—having, up to the 1st of June, catalogued nearly five thousand stars.

From Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. by