Crime & Justice

Opera Star’s Trial for Rape of Aspiring Singer Takes Unexpected Turn

FACING THE MUSIC

Just as opening statements were set to begin in a Houston courtroom, David Daniels and his husband pleaded guilty to sexual assault.

Josh Fiallo
Josh Fiallo 

Breaking News Reporter

A mugshot of David Daniels as he stares forward.
Washtenaw County Jail
Josh Fiallo

Josh Fiallo

Breaking News Reporter

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