A Florida man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his part in three attacks on homeless men in Fort Lauderdale in 2006.
A judge on Wednesday said she was prepared to sentence William Ammons to 20 years in prison. But she said she felt his remorse was genuine and gave him a lighter sentence after he apologized in court.
The 21-year-old man says he drove his friends to the attacks and struck one sleeping man with a plastic sword. He also said he fired a paintball gun at another man, who was beaten to death by Ammons’ friend.
Ammons testified last week at the trial of his two friends, who were convicted of second-degree murder. He pleaded guilty to third-degree felony murder and aggravated battery.
By Andrew Fraieli Homelessness is not a choice. People do not choose or generally plan, to lose their home or source of income. People do not choose to
Following several serious or deadly attacks on homeless people this year, the Los Angeles City Council will consider a resolution Tuesday supporting any legislation that would add homeless