The trial for Jary Fortuna, 33, has commenced in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, where he is accused of orchestrating the fatal stabbing of Scott Knox, 33, in South Wilkes-Barre. The incident occurred on May 7, 2024, outside the MofonLounge at 120 Academy St. Prosecutors allege that Fortuna planned the attack in retaliation for a botched drug ripoff involving a friend of Knox. First Assistant District Attorney Tony Ross described Knox as a targeted victim hunted by a group led by Fortuna. The defense, represented by attorney Max Lubin, argues that Fortuna was merely an unwitting witness to the crime and had no prior knowledge of the intent to kill or rob. The actual stabbing was carried out by Fernando Bracero, 32, who was previously convicted of first-degree murder and is serving life without parole. Another co-defendant, Jaime Knights, 66, pleaded no contest to third-degree murder, and Justice Flenory, 26, received a 12-to-25-year sentence. Police are still actively seeking the final suspect, Jose Rosario-Miranda, 32, who remains at large on murder charges. Knox died at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Township after suffering multiple stab wounds. The trial is being heard before Luzerne County Judge David W. Lupas and is expected to conclude later this week. The Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office is handling the prosecution. Individuals with information regarding the case or the whereabouts of Jose Rosario-Miranda are encouraged to contact the Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office or local law enforcement authorities.