Alva Parsons Convicted of Murder in Sandy Creek, NY: Trial Details and Verdict
Sandy Creek Murder Case: Alva Parsons Found Guilty of Second-Degree Murder
In a tragic and harrowing case in Sandy Creek, New York 64-year-old Alva Parsons has been convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting his neighbor Charles “Chuckie” Rothenburg during a heated dispute, according to the published article of TRUE CRIME NEWS. The jury’s decision announced by the Cayuga County District Attorney’s Office also found Parsons guilty of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon tampering with physical evidence and first-degree coercion. Parsons now faces a potential sentence of 25 years to life in prison scheduled to be handed down on August 2. The incident unfolded on June 27, 2022 when Parsons allegedly shot Rothenburg in the neck at his home leading to a fatal injury as the bullet lodged in Rothenburg’s brain. Following the shooting Parsons attempted to conceal the crime by hiding Rothenburg’s body under a pile of clothing in a bedroom.
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Tragic Sandy Creek Shooting: Alva Parsons Convicted of Killing Neighbor
Furthermore, Parsons reportedly coerced an eyewitness into staying silent about the incident by threatening physical harm. The trial marked by compelling evidence including photographs, text messages, DNA analysis and eyewitness testimonies depicted a disturbing sequence of events. Rothenburg who lived in a trailer adjacent to Parsons’ residence with his girlfriend leaves behind three children. The case has deeply affected the local community underscoring the tragic consequences of escalated disputes and the enduring impact on families left behind.