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Ivery Sentenced To Life In Prison Without Parole
The man convicted in the fatal shooting of Akron police officer Justin Winebrenner was officially sentenced to life in prison without parole, plus an additional 65 years, Wednesday morning.
Judge Alison McCarty followed the jury's recommendation last week to sentence Kenan Ivery, 36, to life in prison over execution.
"You will never again walk among us as a free man," said McCarty.
Justin Winebrenner's father, Rob Winebrenner, was the first of many family members and friends to give a victim impact statement before Ivery's sentencing.
"Finally, I want you to know as a parent, I am content standing here as a proud father of a hero that is no longer with us, knowing the last good deed that Justin did as a police officer is getting you off the streets forever."
Ivery shot and killed Winebrenner during a fight at Papa Don's Pub last November and also wounded four others. Ivery claimed it was self-defense when he pulled the trigger. He walked back into the bar with a gun after he was asked to leave.
Previous Coverage:
UPDATE Jury Recommends Life In Prison Without Parole
Kenan Ivery's Mother Begs For Mercy In Court
UPDATE Kenan Ivery Found Guilty of Aggravated Murder