August Borden’s case has been closed with no criminal charges – but many will still suggest conspiracy

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October 10, 2025

When photos of August Borden’s face hit papers across Alabama, outrage and demands for justice rightly followed.

It appears the Madison County District Attorney has delivered that justice in the form of a closed case and no charges.

This is after interviews, reviews of text messages from the time in question, and an investigation of the evidence at hand.

It is unlikely this will placate those following the case.

Dale Jackson is a thought leader for Yellowhammer News and hosts a talk show from 5-9 a.m. weekdays on WVNN.

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