Md. Cult Members' Trial In Boy's Death Postponed

BALTIMORE (AP) ― The trial of three religious cult members accused of starving a toddler to death has been postponed until Jan. 27.

A fourth cult member will have his case heard on Friday — a possible sign that he intends to plead guilty. Prosecutors obtained a new indictment against Marcus Cobbs last week charging him with accessory after the fact.

Authorities say the cult members starved 1-year-old Javon Thompson because the boy did not say "Amen" after meals. Javon's mother was also part of the cult and pleaded guilty to child abuse resulting in death. She is expected to testify against the other members.

Two cult members, Queen Antoinette and Trevia Williams, are representing themselves, and prosecutors are asking to have the case specially assigned to a single judge.

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