The Steve Utash case: a timeline

DETROIT – With the remaining three defendants pleading guilty in the Steve Utash beating case, Detroit is close to closing the book on this tragic situation. Here's how the case unfolded.

April 2, 2014:  Steve Utash hits a child with his truck. The crash is ruled an accident. However, when Utash stops to help the victim, he is beaten.

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April 4, 2014:  Two teens arrested in Utash beating.

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April 7, 2014:  Four in custody for Utash beating.

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April 8, 2014:  Utash family meets with hero who saved him from attack.

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April 10, 2014:  'Night of Healing' vigil held for Steve Utash

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April 11, 2014:  Steve Utash able to breathe on his own for first time since attack.

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April 12, 2014:  Prosecutors says 16-year-old threw first punches in Utash attack.

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April 20, 2014:  Steve Utash shows signs of improvement.

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April 21, 2014:  Utash suspects appear defiant during first court hearing.

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April 28, 2014: Steve Utash's son robbed at strip club.

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May 8, 2014:  Utash suspect speaks about case.

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May 13, 2014:  Family says Steve Utash almost ready to go home.

June 18, 2014:  Teen suspect accepts deal in Utash case, pleads guilty, agrees to testify.

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June 19, 2014:  Final three suspects enter guilty pleas.

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