Josh Phillips Case, 1998, Florida, USA
Neighbor Violence
14-year-old Josh Phillips murdered his 8-year-old neighbor Maddie Clifton. The crime occurred after an argument, with Phillips hiding the body under his bed. The discovery of the body a week later shocked the community and led to his arrest.
Legal Proceedings
Phillips was sentenced to life in prison without parole. This case highlighted the issues surrounding juvenile sentencing and the debate over appropriate punishments for young offenders involved in violent crimes.