Trial Delayed for Man Accused of Robbing Pregnant Woman

Vaughn Harris' jury trial now set for June after initial April date

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:23pm

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The jury trial for a 27-year-old Minnesota man accused of stealing a pickup truck from a pregnant woman and using physical violence against her has been delayed. Vaughn Harris was initially scheduled to stand trial on April 7, 2026, but the trial has now been moved to June 2, 2026.

Why it matters

Crimes involving violence against pregnant women are particularly concerning and can have serious physical and emotional impacts on the victims. The delay in this trial may raise questions about the judicial process and whether justice is being served in a timely manner.

The details

According to court documents, in October 2025, Harris and another person, 40-year-old Jessica Nordrum, attempted to take a blue 2002 GMC Sierra pickup without the owner's consent. During the incident, they used physical violence against a pregnant woman, causing her to fall to the ground. The vehicle then drove over the woman's leg, shoulder, and arm, resulting in serious injury. Nordrum initially pleaded not guilty but later changed her plea to guilty in December 2025.

  • The incident occurred on October 13, 2025, at 12:55 p.m.
  • Harris entered a plea of not guilty and demanded a speedy trial in February 2026.
  • The jury trial was originally scheduled for April 7, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.
  • The trial has now been moved to June 2, 2026, at 9 a.m.

The players

Vaughn Harris

A 27-year-old man from Maplewood, Minnesota, who is accused of stealing a pickup truck and using physical violence against a pregnant woman.

Jessica Nordrum

A 40-year-old woman from Farmington, Minnesota, who was also involved in the incident and initially pleaded not guilty but later changed her plea to guilty.

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What’s next

A sentencing hearing for Jessica Nordrum is expected to take place on Monday, April 13, at 10:30 a.m.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for a fair and timely judicial process, especially when it involves vulnerable victims like pregnant women. The delay in the trial may raise questions about the efficiency of the justice system and the rights of the accused to a speedy trial.