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Illinois Father Convicted of Murdering Teen Daughter Over Prom Dispute

Mohammed Almaru found guilty of first-degree murder after beating 17-year-old Mia Maro to death in 2022.

  • Prosecutors revealed Almaru initially allowed his daughter to attend prom but later changed his mind.
  • Maro was discovered by her aunt, covered in bruises and with severe head injuries.
  • Almaru admitted to losing control after finding messages on Maro's phone that he believed were deceitful.
  • First responders found Almaru with self-inflicted wounds and evidence of multiple objects used in the assault.
  • The court will review post-trial motions on October 7, with a sentencing date yet to be set.
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