911 Call Reveals Andrew Lester's Admission to Shooting Ralph Yarl in Court Hearing

A judge in Clay County has ruled that there is enough evidence for Andrew Lester, an 84-year-old man, to stand trial for the shooting of Ralph Yarl, a teenager. Lester is charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action. During the preliminary hearing, six witnesses testified, including neighbors who heard gunshots and called 911. Attorneys presented the 911 call made by Lester, where he admitted to shooting Yarl, claiming he thought Yarl was trying to break into his home. The hearing also revealed an inconsistency in Yarl's statement regarding whether he rang the doorbell or touched Lester's door. The case had been partially sealed due to harassment and threats faced by Lester.