"The victim was ripped from the lives of his friends and family by this callous killing over a camera," Assistant District Attorney Aaron Laycook said in a statement.
Decuir and Mims were first tried in 2023, but a mistrial was declared after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict.
Brian Higginbotham, French's partner, expressed hope that the verdict would provide closure, indicating the profound loss felt by the victim's loved ones.
Prosecutors described how Decuir shot French through vital organs while stealing his camera, showcasing the tragic nature of the crime.
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