Detroit judge calls suspect in Na'Ziyah Harris case "monster," orders him to stand trial
After a four day preliminary exam and 23 witnesses, Jarvis Butts was ordered to stand trial for murder, sexual assault of Harris, 13.
Suspect will stand trial in connection Na'Ziyah Harris disappearance, murder
Jarvis Butts is now heading to trial for the disappearance and murder of 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris. Judge Aliyah Sabree calling him a monster, saying she believes the teenager has died.
Detroit man to stand trial in murder of missing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris
(CBS DETROIT) — A Detroit man will stand trial in the murder of missing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris . Jarvis Butts, 42, of Detroit, is charged with first-degree premeditated murder, second-degree criminal sexual conduct and child sexually abusive activity. Butts is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with Na'Ziyah.
Suspect denied sexual relationship with Na'Ziyah Harris, but searched for abortion methods
Prosecutors believe Jarvis Butts got the teen pregnant after sexually assaulting her and killed her. Her body hasn't been found.
Judge to Na'Ziyah Harris murder suspect: "You are the monster"
The judge overseeing the preliminary hearing of Jarvis Butts, the man accused of killing Na'Ziyah Harris, believed there was enough evidence to send him to trial.
Testimonies to resume in hearing to decide if man will stand trial in murder of Na’Ziyah Harris
On Jan. 8, 2025, a Detroit Police Department sergeant testified that the last person she contacted before going missing was Butts. She also testified Butts called his business partner while he was in jail to move a phone he allegedly hid in a car. Testimonies are expected to resume on Jan. 9, 2025, at 10 a.m.
Cousin testifies against suspect in murder of Na'Ziyah Harris sexually assaulted teen
A preliminary examination for a man charged in the murder of missing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris continued Tuesday.
Final witness takes stand in Na'Ziyah Harris disappearance, murder case
The prosecution called their final witness Wednesday in the preliminary hearing for Jarvis Butts. He's accused of sexually assaulting and killing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris.
Na’Ziyah Harris murder: Neighbor who found teen's ID, DNA, and mobile device experts testify
Derek Wolfe, a police officer at Detroit Public Schools at the time Na'Ziyah Harris went missing, testified that he took a missing persons report on Jan. 10 after speaking to Harris' grandmother. He followed up with some students and canvassed some areas where the teenager would have gotten off the bus, as well as near the school.
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Court reveals disturbing messages ‘serial child rapist’ sent Na’Ziyah Harris before she went missing
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Preliminary hearing continues against suspect in Na'Ziyah Harris case
We may find out tomorrow if 41-year-old Jarvis Butts will stand trial for the murder of 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris.
Detroit man charged with murder of missing 13-year-old Na'Ziyah Harris returns to court
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Missing Na'Ziyah Harris: Closing arguments expected during Jarvis Butts' preliminary exam
Javris Butts' preliminary exam is entering its fourth day as prosecutors prepare to deliver closing arguments after calling ...