Emonte Morgan found guilty of killing CPD Officer Ella French
CHICAGO -- A jury found a man guilty Tuesday evening of the murder of Chicago Police Officer Ella French during a traffic stop in Englewood in 2021.Jurors reached a verdict just hours after beginning deliberations on Tuesday.Prosecutors wrapped up their case earlier on Tuesday, and the defense rested without calling any witnesses, before moving to closing arguments Tuesday afternoon.Emonte Morgan, 23, was found guilty on all counts filed against him.
French's family and Yanez were present for the reading of the verdict, but did not speak afterward.Prosecutors said French, Yanez, and Blas pulled over Emonte Morgan and his brother, Eric, for expired plates on their SUV near 63rd Street and Bell Avenue on Aug. 7, 2021. While Eric Morgan handed over the keys when asked, Emonte Morgan refused to put down his drink and cell phone, leading to a struggle with the three officers.
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