Christopher Butler pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit robbery with a dangerous weapon on Thursday, resulting in the dismissal of his first-degree murder charge.
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He will serve 25-42 months in prison with credit for 359 days.
Butler was accused of killing Abijah Barkley, a delivery driver, during a potential drug deal on March 9, 2024.
The incident occurred inside a car, where Butler claimed self-defense, and a witness confirmed Barkley had a gun.
Barkley’s family was distraught over the sentencing.
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