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State of Iowa v. Derrick Andray Earnest

Date: 05-23-2025

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Court: District Court, Polk County, Iowa

Plaintiff's Attorney: Polk County Iowa District Attorney's Office

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Des Moines, Iowa criminal defense lawyer represent the Defendant charged with first-degree murder.



Derrick Andray Earnest, age 61, was accused for beating his girlfriend, Holly Snowgren, ate 49, to death on April 19, 2024.



"The incident occurred in an alley east of Good Park between 14th Street and 14th Place, according to Polk County. Ring and Nest cameras in the area captured the defendant arguing with the victim and then beating her with a wooden 2-by-10 board, punching, and kicking her, according to the Polk County court. In the recordings, Earnest can be heard threatening to kill her, while Snowgren said his name and pleaded for him to stop. "



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The Defendant was found guilty.
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About This Case

What was the outcome of State of Iowa v. Derrick Andray Earnest?

The outcome was: The Defendant was found guilty.

Which court heard State of Iowa v. Derrick Andray Earnest?

This case was heard in District Court, Polk County, Iowa, IA.

Who were the attorneys in State of Iowa v. Derrick Andray Earnest?

Plaintiff's attorney: Polk County Iowa District Attorney's Office. Defendant's attorney: Click Here For The Des Moines Tulsa Criminal Defense Law Lawyer Directory.

When was State of Iowa v. Derrick Andray Earnest decided?

This case was decided on May 23, 2025.