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Closing Arguments Monday in Ripley Co. Murder Case

Sunday, April 10, 2022 at 8:32 PM

By Travis Thayer @TheTravisThayer

Jordan Knudson is facing one count of murder.

Jordan Knudson. File photo.

(Versailles, Ind.) - Closing arguments will take place Monday in the murder case of Kristina Jones.

Jordan Knudson was arrested and charged with the murder of Jones in January of this year. Jones was shot multiple times resulting in her death at a home in the Holton area in January 2021.

Knudson's trial began on April 4 after several delays in the case.

According to Prosecutor Ric Hertel, more than 20 witnesses have testified for the state.

If convicted, Knudson faces 45 to 65 years in prison.

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