Crime & Safety

Man Convicted In Shooting Death Of Chicago Police Officer Ella French Faces Possible Sentencing Wednesday

Prosecutors say neither officer pulled out a weapon, but Morgan fired shots at both officers — killing French.

(Marissa Perlman, CBS Chicago)

September 11, 2024

CHICAGO (CBS) — The man convicted of murdering Chicago Police Officer Ella French in 2021 will appear in court Wednesday morning.

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Emonte Morgan was found guilty in March, but his lawyers have also filed for a new trial.

At his court appearance, there will be two things that could happen: The judge will hear the motion for that new trial and, depending on that outcome, could also issue a sentencing all on the same day

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