"Lapaix was convicted of second-degree murder on April 3 following a nine day trial, court documents show."
"As the ex-wife tried to persuade Martin to leave, Lapaix took a rifle and fired one bullet through the entryway window and into Martin's chest."
"There were other ways this situation could and should have been handled, but those other ways were left unexplored."
Widmaer Lapaix, 29, received a life sentence with the possibility of parole after 15 years for the second-degree murder of Maceo Martin, 41. The incident occurred on October 8, 2024, when Martin confronted his ex-wife outside her apartment. Lapaix shot Martin with a rifle, resulting in his death at Boston Medical Center. During sentencing, Martin's sister spoke fondly of him, while Lapaix expressed remorse. The District Attorney emphasized the tragic consequences of the altercation, noting that alternative resolutions were not pursued.
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