John Chiv: Verdict in Destinee Rhamy case

Mar 12, 2026

Verdict in Destinee Rhamy case

This morning, the jurors in voluntary manslaughter suspect Destinee Rhamy's case started deliberations at 9:30 a.m.

At 9:56 a.m. attorneys were notified there was a note from.the jury. 9:58 I heard there is a verdict in the Destinee Rhamy case. I will update here first or Facebook whichever is more convenient; I don't know yet. They are getting people together so it could take a while.

11: 05 Sgt. Comer just said 2 p.m. for the verdict. A juror has an appointment.

Rhamy is charged in Count 1 with PC 192 (a) voluntary manslaughter. Count 1 special allegation is PC 12022 (b) (1) use of a deadly weapon; a knife. Count 2 is PC 245 (a) (1) assault with a deadly weapon other than a firearm. Count 2 special allegation PC 12022.7 (a) infliction of great bodily injury. The alleged victim in both counts is Holland Renee Elbik , Rhamy's former roomate.

Humboldt Superior Court Judge Lawrence Killoran presided over the trial. Deputy District Attorney Roger Rees is the prosecutor. Ms. Andrea Sullivan is Rhamy's attorney.

Courtroom 5 has been packed with family members and supporters of both Elbik and Rhamy. There is even more limited seating due to rows cordoned off with yellow tape for weeks.

If you have not been following my regular coverage which includes daily updates on jury deliberations, check previous coverage.

Previous posts (on trial):

https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2026/03/jurors-in-destinee-rhamys-case-not.html?m=1

https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2026/03/destinee-rhamy-called-liar-by-deputy-da.html?m=1

https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2026/03/people-rest-dr-mark-super-testifies-and.html?m=1

https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2026/02/rest-of-destinee-rhamy-jurors-excused.html?m=1

https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2026/02/jury-selection-started-late-this.html?m=1

**The post on jury selection has links to all my prior coverage on this case**

https://johnchiv.blogspot.com/2026/02/submitted-pra-about-tip-claiming-there.html?m=1