Today, the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office announced it is dismissing without prejudice charges against Julius Beasley in DG-2024-CR-180.
In November 2024, following a preliminary hearing Julius Beasley was arraigned on charges including murder in the first degree for the killing of Crystal Marie White at the Lawrence Camp New Beginnings in February of 2024.
A thorough review of the transcripts of the preliminary hearings, witness statements collected at the time of the murder, the forensic evidence available, and the potential unavailability of certain witnesses led the State to conclude that the admissible evidence is ethically insufficient to proceed to trial. This decision is not a reflection on the quality of the diligent and thorough work done by the Lawrence Police Department or the cooperation of witnesses and family.
If any person has information regarding this matter, please contact the Lawrence Kansas Police Department at (785) 843-8477.
