Judge denies bid to dismiss Tampa murder case over accused killer's blindness

A local news story from Florida, reported by WTSP Tampa Bay.

Local News · Florida · October 15, 2026

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Robert Kessler's attorney argued his blindness violates his constitutional rights, but a judge denied the motion to dismiss, clearing the way for trial.

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