BOZEMAN, Mont. — A sentencing hearing in Bozeman has officially closed the criminal case against Christopher Wardle after a year-long court process. Â
Family and friends of Cate Sorensen gathered at the Gallatin County Justice Center on Friday to hear the sentence for Sorensen’s ex-husband. Those who gathered to support Sorensen donned baby blue clothing, Catherine's favorite color.Â
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