(LEX NEWS) — The Kentucky Supreme Court upheld the murder conviction of a drunk driver who killed a police officer.
A jury convicted Byrd of murder and DUI in the death of London Police Officer Logan Medlock in 2022.
Testimony showed Byrd had been drinking beer and whiskey before speeding, running a red light, and hitting Officer Medlock.
Byrd argued his charge should be reduced to vehicular homicide. The Kentucky Supreme Court ruled Thursday the murder conviction stands.
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KSP: Jury finds Casey Byrd guilty of murder in death of London Police Officer
Read the full Kentucky Supreme Court ruling below:
