A jury convicts Jalen Garces, 28, of second-degree murder in the 2023 shooting death of Ali Muhammad, the son of renowned Norfolk anti-violence activist Bilal Muhammad. The emotional verdict follows a four-day trial during which Bilal described hearing his son plead for his life moments before the fatal gunshot over the phone.
Prosecutors presented evidence linking Garces to the crime through vehicle data, while Bilal Muhammad expressed hope for a significant sentence, emphasizing the need for justice for his family and community. The sentencing is set for November 7, where Garces could face up to 43 years in prison, raising questions about accountability in gun violence cases.
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