A verdict has been delivered in the trial of the second individual charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a 12-year-old girl as she slept in her home.
Verdict Reached After Trial Concludes
The trial of Javen Conner concluded on Friday morning, with the Montgomery County jury announcing its decision shortly thereafter. The panel found Conner guilty on all charges, which included murder and felonious assault.
This conviction follows the guilty verdict for Conner's co-defendant and brother, Antawan Benson, which was issued by a jury just ten days earlier. Both men were prosecuted for their roles in the same incident.
Details of the August 2024 Shooting
According to prosecutors, the shooting occurred on W. Fairview Avenue in August 2024. Gunfire was directed into a residence, and at least one bullet struck Isabella Carlos while she was asleep in her bed, leading to her death.
