Jury Convicted One Man in Salt Palace Murder Case
Nogolweit Kug was found guilty of murder, while Deng Mawut Buk was convicted of obstruction.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Violence
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A jury found Nogolweit Kug guilty of murder and aggravated robbery following the death of Deliford Knight. Deng Mawut Buk was acquitted of murder charges but found guilty of obstructing justice.
Why it matters
The verdict follows a violent confrontation that began after the victim won money from the defendants during a card game. The incident resulted in the fatal shooting of Knight outside the Salt Palace in 2022.
The jury reached their verdict after 4 hours of deliberation. Sentencing for Kug and Buk is currently scheduled for November 23, 2026.
The players
Nogolweit Kug
He is a 22-year-old man found guilty of murder and aggravated robbery.
Deng Mawut Buk
He is a 26-year-old man found not guilty of murder but guilty of obstructing justice.
Deliford Knight
He was a 41-year-old man from Florida who was fatally shot in 2022.
Joshua Goy Riak
He is a co-defendant who pleaded guilty to manslaughter and robbery earlier in 2025.
The details
Nogolweit Kug fired a handgun at Deliford Knight during an argument, while Deng Mawut Buk attempted to retrieve a vehicle during the incident. Joshua Goy Riak, who was also involved, pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery and manslaughter in February 2025 and received prison sentences.
Timeline
September 3, 2022: Deliford Knight was killed outside the Salt Palace.
February 2025: Joshua Goy Riak pleaded guilty to his charges.
September 24, 2026: The jury delivered the guilty verdict.
October 13, 2026: A detention hearing for Deng Mawut Buk will occur.
November 23, 2026: Sentencing for Kug and Buk is scheduled.
Legal Context
This case follows the prosecution of the 2022 Salt Palace shooting case. The verdict represents the conclusion of legal proceedings for the primary defendants involved in the fatal altercation.
The resolution of this trial provides closure to a high-profile incident that occurred at a major city landmark. Local residents and visitors can expect no further disruptions related to the ongoing court proceedings now that a verdict has been delivered.
The takeaway
This case illustrates the legal consequences of escalation in private disputes. The court processes demonstrate how multiple defendants in a single violent event are adjudicated through separate plea agreements and jury trials.
What happens next
Nogolweit Kug and Deng Mawut Buk are scheduled for sentencing on November 23, 2026, while a detention hearing for Buk is set for October 13, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by KSL.
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