Taha O Is Arrested, Charged With Killing Man And Dumping His Body On A Highway

What Happened?

Taha O was arrested on Thursday and is accused of murdering a man and dumping his body along the side of a highway. O has been charged with murder, tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse.

The victim, who has not yet been identified, was found by a passerby on Wednesday morning. The victim had been shot several times in the head and chest. Police were able to identify O as a suspect through surveillance footage from a nearby gas station.

What Are The Charges Against O?

O has been charged with murder, tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse. Murder is a first-degree felony and carries a sentence of life in prison. Tampering with evidence is a third-degree felony and carries a sentence of up to five years in prison. Abuse of a corpse is a misdemeanor and carries a sentence of up to one year in jail.

What Is The Evidence Against O?

The evidence against O includes surveillance footage from a nearby gas station that shows him purchasing a gun shortly before the murder. Police also found the murder weapon in O's car.

What Is O's Defense?

O has not yet entered a plea. His attorney has said that O is innocent and that he will be fighting the charges.

What Is The Next Step?

O is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing on Friday. At the preliminary hearing, a judge will determine if there is enough evidence to hold O for trial.