Balfour Convicted In Hudson Family Slayings / Defense: Disappointed In Verdict In Hudson Case

A Chicago jury on Friday convicted Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson's former brother-in-law of murdering her mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew in what prosecutors' described as an act of vengeance by a jilted husband.



On Friday, a Chicago jury convicted William Balfour of murdering Jennifer Hudson's mother, brother and 7-year-old nephew in October 2008. Balfour's attorney says they will appeal.

Jennifer Hudson: Always Kept Distance From Suspect

Prosecutors and the defense are focusing on the evidence, in the murder trial of Jennifer Hudson's former brother-in-law. William Balfour is accused of killing Hudson's mother, brother and nephew.