KY jury recommends life in prison for man convicted of 2016 triple murder
OAN’s Taylor Tinsley
6:11 PM – Wednesday, November 20, 2023
A Louisville, Kentucky, jury recommended that a man who was found guilty of committing three murders in 2016 spend the rest of his life behind bars without the possibility of parole.
The jurors handed down their ruling against Brice Rhodes, 33, on Wednesday.
Jurors found Rhodes guilty of three murders after five hours of deliberation on Monday, along with two counts of abuse of a corpse and one count of tampering with evidence.
The killings took place in May of 2016.
Rhodes was convicted of killing teenage brothers Larry Ordway, 14, and Maurice Gordon, 16.
Prosecutors said that the teens were killed after they had witnessed Rhodes kill 40-year-old Christopher Jones only weeks prior.
Rhodes was also found guilty of murdering Jones, who was targeted after an undisclosed person in the neighborhood had put a bounty on his head.
After Jones’s murder, Rhodes believed that the teens began discussing the shooting with their mother.
Anjuan Carter and Jacorey Taylor, who are cousins, testified against Rhodes in part of a plea agreement and claimed that he forced them, among others, to stab the two teens after they all “took a vote” on whether they should live or die.
Gordon and Orway were then stabbed more than a dozen times, before their bodies were set on fire and left behind in an abandoned house about 10 miles from their residence.
During the trial, defense attorneys highlighted that Brice was struggling with bipolar disorder and that he had previously experienced severe childhood abuse.
Despite acknowledging how Rhodes was found guilty for atrocious acts, they still begged the jury to show as much remorse as possible.
“No matter what he did on his worst days, Brice is still a human being,” said defense attorney Thaisa Howorth. “I’m asking you to have just a little bit of hope with Brice.”
A judge will not decide Rhodes’ official sentencing details until spring 2024.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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TITLE: Louisville Jury Recommends Life Sentence Without Parole for Triple Murderer Brice Rhodes
Introduction:
In a recent court case in Louisville, Kentucky, a jury has recommended that Brice Rhodes, aged 33, be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Rhodes was found guilty of committing three murders in 2016, as well as two counts of abuse of a corpse and one count of tampering with evidence. This article will provide an overview of the case and highlight some key details presented during the trial.
The Verdict:
After five hours of deliberation, the jury handed down its ruling against Brice Rhodes on Wednesday. The guilty verdict pertained to three murders, involving teenage brothers Larry Ordway, 14, and Maurice Gordon, 16. Rhodes was also found guilty of killing 40-year-old Christopher Jones, who was targeted due to a bounty placed on his head by an undisclosed person in the neighborhood.
The Facts:
According to prosecutors, Rhodes killed the teenage brothers after they witnessed him murder Christopher Jones just weeks prior to their own deaths. Rhodes allegedly believed that the brothers had discussed the shooting with their mother, which led to their targeted killings.
During the trial, it was revealed that Anjuan Carter and Jacorey Taylor, cousins of Brice Rhodes, testified against him as part of a plea agreement. They claimed that Rhodes forced them, along with others, to participate in the killing of the two teenage boys. The testimony indicated that a vote had been taken to decide whether the victims should live or die before they were stabbed multiple times and their bodies set on fire in an abandoned house.
The Defense’s Arguments:
In his defense, Rhodes’ attorneys highlighted that their client had been struggling with bipolar disorder and had experienced severe childhood abuse. While acknowledging the heinous acts committed by Rhodes, the defense attorneys pleaded with the jury to show some remorse and consider the possibility of rehabilitation for their client.
Upcoming Sentencing:
The final sentencing details for Brice Rhodes will be determined by a judge in the spring of 2024. Until then, the convicted murderer will remain in custody.
Conclusion:
The case of Brice Rhodes and the brutal murders he committed in 2016 has shaken the Louisville community. The jury’s recommendation of a life sentence without parole reflects the severity of his crimes. While the defense highlighted Rhodes’ struggles with mental health and traumatic experiences, the prosecution presented compelling evidence and witnesses that resulted in his conviction. This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Disclaimer:
The article is based on available information and may be subject to change as additional details emerge. It is important to stay updated and follow reliable news sources for the latest developments in this case.
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