Evansville, IN— Christopher Boyd Jr. was found guilty of murder on Wednesday afternoon in connection with the fatal shooting of 34-year-old Jerry Hale on New Year’s Day. The conviction came after a jury deliberated following a trial that began on Monday.
Boyd, 28, was accused of shooting and killing Hale on East Riverside Drive in Evansville on January 1, 2024. The prosecution presented its case over the course of several days, and after the state rested its arguments on Tuesday, Boyd’s defense team filed a motion for a directed verdict, requesting the judge dismiss the charges. However, the judge denied the motion, and the case proceeded to the jury.
The jury deliberated before returning a guilty verdict for murder. Boyd is scheduled to be sentenced on December 19. The sentencing will determine the consequences for Boyd, who is facing significant legal repercussions for the shooting.
The case has drawn attention in the Evansville community, as authorities continue to address violent crime in the area. Details surrounding the investigation and the motive for the shooting have not been fully disclosed. The upcoming sentencing is expected to provide further closure for the family of Jerry Hale and the local community.
