Lester’s plea carries a maximum sentence of seven years in prison. Andrew Lester, the man who shot Black teenager Ralph Yarl after he mistakenly rang his doorbell, has pleaded guilty to second-degree assault. Lester, then 84 years old, shot Yarl twice in April 2023 when the 16-year-old arrived at his house believing it was where he needed to pick up his siblings. The shots landed on Yarl’s right arm and above his left eye. The teen survived and later testified in court against Lester.
Retiree who shot Black teen who mistakenly rang his doorbell pleads guilty to lesser charge
Retiree who shot Black teen who mistakenly rang his doorbell pleads guilty to lesser charge
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