Libby Hill attackers sentencing continued
Looking at the Virginia Courts Case Information (Richmond City Circuit), it appears that yesterday’s sentencing was continued until July 19th.
The four defendants are brothers Kelvin Leon Lightfoot, 17, and Kenard Rawshawn Lightfoot, 16, and cousins Rashard Leon Garnett, 15, and Travon Montra Garnett, 14. They pleaded guilty to charges of rape, sodomy, abduction with intent to defile and robbery. Each count carries a maximum penalty of life in prison. The judge had originally set sentencing for May 23.
The June 2005 Church Hill Newsletter has some more info…City Prosecuting Attorney Diane Abota says that the sentencing hearing had been delayed due to defense attorneys’ failure to provide som erequired documentation. Michelle Welch will urge the judge to impose life terms. Citizens are encouraged to attend the sentencing hearing when it occurs and to contact Ms.Abato if they have any questions.