BOZEMAN — After days of testimony, a jury at Gallatin County Justice Center found Jordan Palmer not guilty of murder. It’s a verdict that has left the people who knew the victim, Stephen Campbell, in disbelief.

“Heartbroken,” said Levi Bubeck, reacting to the verdict.

“Speechless,” said Bryan Conroy, reacting to the verdict.

Bubeck, a co-worker of Stephen, and Conroy, a childhood friend of his, said that Stephen was a passionate and caring man.

“The main word I would use to describe him would be family. Sure, you might have your differences, but he’s always somebody that you can count on,” said Bubeck.

Bubeck said Stephen worked under him as a plumber. The two quickly became friends. He says Stephen was the kind of person who was always there for others.

“One of his close friend’s da

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