Ballard case heading to Supreme Court
Published: Feb 28 2013 07:00:00 PM EST
Updated On: Mar 01 2013 05:45:05 AM EST
The death sentence appeal of mass murderer Michael Ballard is now in the hands of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
Ballard admitted killing his ex-girlfriend Denise Merhi, her father, her grandfather, and a neighbor who ran to their aid when he heard their cries for help.
Ballard had only been out of prison for a few months.
The murders took place at a Northampton home back in 2010. He was sentenced to death the next year.
The appeal is expected to be heard next Tuesday.
Northampton County District Attorney John Morganelli expects a "zero percent chance" of the court ruling in favor of Ballard.
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