Judge denies latest petition for man convicted of teen’s 1993 murder in Centre CountyCENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — An Ohio man convicted of the 1993 murder of a 17-year-old girl in Centre County has had his latest attempt to challenge his life sentence denied in court Monday. James R. Cruz Jr., 69, raised seven issues in his habeas corpus petition seeking relief from his life sentence after he […] Sep 29 26September 29, 2026Article at wtaj.com