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crime1 year ago

"25-Year Sentence for New York Man Who Fatally Shot Woman in Driveway Mix-Up"

A US man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting and killing a 20-year-old woman who mistakenly pulled into his rural driveway while searching for a party. Kevin Monahan was found guilty of second-degree murder, reckless endangerment, and tampering with physical evidence. The victim, Kaylin Gillis, was shot in the neck as she and her friends realized their mistake and attempted to leave. Monahan claimed he felt under siege by intruders, but prosecutors argued that he acted out of anger. The tragic incident has drawn national attention and sparked discussions about the consequences of wrongful shootings.

via BBC.com|
#crime#justice#murder
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Father Finds Relief as Driveway Killer Convicted in Upstate New York"

The father of Kaylin Gillis, who was fatally shot after pulling into the wrong driveway, expressed relief over her killer's conviction for second-degree murder, thanking the community, authorities, and the court system. Kevin Monahan, 66, was found guilty after a short jury deliberation. Gillis' father emphasized that while they will never have full closure, justice has prevailed. Monahan claimed the fatal shot was accidental, but prosecutors portrayed him as showing no remorse, acting out of anger.

via New York Post |
#conviction#crime-and-justice#justice
crime2 years ago

"Fatal Shooting: Man Convicted for Killing Woman in Wrong Driveway"

Kevin Monahan, 66, has been found guilty of second-degree murder, reckless endangerment, and tampering with evidence after fatally shooting 20-year-old Kaylin Gillis, who had mistakenly pulled into his driveway in Hebron, New York. Monahan fired a shotgun at the car, fatally striking Gillis in the neck as she sat in the passenger seat. Despite claiming it was an accident due to fear, prosecutors argued that Monahan acted out of anger, not fear. The sentencing is scheduled for March 1, with prosecutors seeking the maximum sentence of 25 years to life for the murder conviction.

via The Daily Beast|
#crime#kaylin-gillis#kevin-monahan
crime2 years ago

"Guilty Verdict: New York Man Convicted of Murder in Wrong-Driveway Shooting"

Kevin Monahan was found guilty of second-degree murder for shooting and killing 20-year-old Kaylin Gillis, who was a passenger in a car that mistakenly drove up his driveway in rural New York. Monahan claimed it was an accident, but prosecutors argued that he acted recklessly. The guilty verdict means the families of the victims can have hope for justice, and Monahan faces a maximum sentence of 25 years to life.

via CNN|
#crime#justice#murder
crime2 years ago

Tragic Mistake: College Student Fatally Shot After Entering Wrong Home

A college sophomore at the University of South Carolina was shot and killed after attempting to enter the wrong home on his own street. Nicholas Anthony Donofrio, 20, was found dead on the front porch with a gunshot wound to his upper body. The incident highlights the issue of mistaken home invasions and the potential consequences of homeowners' rights in states with "stand your ground" laws. The police have not released any information about the shooter and are consulting with prosecutors as they investigate the case.

via CNN|
#crime#home-invasion#south-carolina