Judges sentences Richmond man to 40 years in prison for deadly shooting in a home
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — A judge in Richmond ruled that Juwan Lewis will now spend 40 years in prison for the deadly shooting of Kyron Hoskey.
According to prosecutor Hillary Brown, an incident unfolded between Lewis and Hoskey on Saturday, April 6, while several people — including the victim's girlfriend, a friend, and two children — were inside a home on the 2200 block of North 23rd Street.
Authorities say an argument started between the two men and ended in gunfire. Hoskey was shot nine times, with contact to the head and chest, before Lewis, a FedEx employee, fled the scene in his delivery truck. Brown said he discarded the firearm in Chesterfield while on the run. Police apprehended Hoskey during a traffic stop and the weapon was later recovered.
During the court proceedings, Hoskey’s family — including his father and girlfriend — gave emotional testimony, speaking on his behalf.
“We’re never getting over this, never,” said Andre Hoskey, the father of Kyron Hoskey.
Hoskey’s father talked about how loving and caring his son was and that Kyron hosted the 34th anniversary of his parents before his death.
“My wife couldn’t show up to court, she couldn’t take this,” said Hoskey as he held back tears.
Destiny Dolin, former girlfriend of Hoskey, spoke about the relationship her son had with Hoskey and how he treated him like his own child.
“You stole my son’s innocence, you stole the joy of life and spark of my eyes,” said Dolin to Lewis. “You’re a coward and a sorry excuse for a human being.”
Meanwhile, LaCrecha Lewis, the mother of Lewis, remained steadfast in her support of her son as he faced the judge.
“It’s been horrible for our family,” said Lewis "He was a good kid growing up."
Lewis himself expressed condolences to Hoskey’s loved ones. However, the judge said his inability to show remorse or apologize for his actions also played a factor in Lewis’ sentencing.
“I think that her comments hit the nail on the head, that it was gratuitous and excessive,” said Brown. “Hopefully that provides them [Hoskey's family] some closure here moving forward and they're able to heal together.”
Lewis will serve a sentence of 40 years for first-degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and maliciously shooting into a home.
