It’s sentencing day for the man convicted of killing Queens jogger Karina Vetrano.
Chanel Lewis, 22, was found guilty earlier this month on all four counts against him, including first-degree murder and assault. The courtroom erupted in cheers after the verdict was read.
It was the second trial Lewis faced, after a previous trial ended in a hung jury.
He confessed to the crime and DNA evidence tied him to the crime. However Lewis’ attorneys claim the confession was coerced and have promised an appeal.
Lewis faces the possibility of life in prison without parole.
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