Despite concerns over ‘stealth jurors,’ venue for Dee Warner murder trial will stay in Lenawee County

LENAWEE COUNTY, Mich. – A Lenawee County judge denied a motion Thursday to change the venue for Dale Warner’s murder trial, despite defense concerns about media coverage and social media influence on potential jurors.

Dale faces charges in connection with the death of his wife, Dee Warner, whose remains were discovered in a large anhydrous tank in 2024, three years after her disappearance.

Defense attorney Mary Chartier argued that extensive social media coverage has created a prejudicial environment against her client…

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