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Chicago Police Officer Tragic Murder: Suspect Convicted- Justice Served!

Emonte Morgan Faces Potential Life Sentence in Tragic Murder of Chicago Police Officer Ella French

Emonte Morgan Convicted on All Charges: Faces Life in Prison!

According to ABC 7 Chicago, in a dramatic conclusion to the trial, Emonte Morgan has been found guilty on all counts in the 2021 murder of Chicago Police Officer Ella French and the attempted murder of two other officers. The jury, comprising seven men and five women deliberated for 3.5 hours before delivering the verdict prompting emotional reactions from French’s family and colleagues. The 23-year-old Morgan who displayed no emotion during the reading of the verdict now faces a possible life sentence.

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Chicago Police Officer Tragic Murder: Suspect Convicted- Justice Served! (PHOTO: NBC Chicago)

Officer’s Injuries and Contested Evidence Mark Emotional Trial Over Alleged Premeditated Murder During Traffic Stop

The trial unfolded with gripping testimonies notably from Officer Carlos Yañez who sustained severe injuries carrying a bullet lodged in his neck from the incident. The prosecution contended that Emonte Morgan intentionally hid a weapon perpetrating a premeditated murder during a routine traffic stop. In contrast, the defense argued the stop’s unjustifiability pointing to an allegedly non-expired license plate and claiming the gun discharged accidentally amid a struggle. The emotional gravity of the trial was heightened by explicit body camera footage. Post-trial motions potentially including requests for a new trial are slated for discussion during the sentencing hearing on April 19.

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