Judge John B. Ellis sentenced Troy Lamar Austin to 50 years to life for the first-degree murder of his girlfriend, Samantha Rhone, highlighting the severe consequences of domestic violence.
Witnesses reported hearing a woman scream for help and saw Austin kicking and stomping Rhone repeatedly, emphasizing the brutality of the attack that led to her death.
District Attorney Krishna Abrams noted that Rhone had previously experienced domestic violence during her five-year relationship with Austin, underscoring the recurrent nature of such abuse.
Upon arrest, Austin confessed to the violent altercation, claiming he 'went psycho' and brutally beat Rhone because 'she did not listen,' revealing his mindset during the incident.
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