MANCHESTER, N.H. — A New Hampshire jury has convicted Adam Montgomery of multiple charges, including murder, in connection with the presumed death of his 5-year-old daughter, Harmony. The verdict, reached after a lengthy trial, has brought a measure of relief to Harmony’s family, although her remains have not yet been found.
Montgomery, 34, was found guilty of second-degree murder, second-degree assault, abuse of a corpse, falsifying physical evidence, and witness tampering. Prosecutors believe Harmony was killed in 2019, and her body has not been located. During the trial, nearly 50 witnesses were called to testify, including Harmony’s mother, Crystal Sorey, who tearfully described her daughter as “amazing” and “very smart.”
The verdict was delivered by a jury of 10 women and two men, who had been deliberating since Wednesday before reaching their decision on Thursday. Following the verdict, prosecutor Ben Agati expressed gratitude for the jury’s commitment to holding Montgomery accountable for his actions. The sentencing for Montgomery is anticipated to occur in the coming months and is expected to result in a lengthy prison term.
According to Agati, Montgomery’s sentence for the recent convictions will likely be added to an existing prison term, possibly amounting to 35 years to life. The search for Harmony’s remains will continue, providing a glimmer of hope for her family, who believe that the verdict offers them a measure of justice after enduring years of uncertainty and pain.
During the trial, various pieces of evidence were presented, including DNA samples from a location where prosecutors claimed Harmony’s body had been kept. Witnesses also testified about observing injuries on Montgomery’s estranged wife, as well as seeing damaged fixtures in the family’s apartment following Harmony’s disappearance.
Throughout the trial, the defense sought to cast doubt on the testimony of the state’s key witness, Harmony’s stepmother, and raise questions about her credibility. However, the prosecution argued that the witness had witnessed Montgomery’s deadly actions and was not to be dismissed.
The conviction of Adam Montgomery brings a sense of closure to a tragic case that has deeply affected Harmony’s family and the community. New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella expressed condolences for Harmony’s family, emphasizing the importance of finding closure and peace for all those who knew and loved Harmony.