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Suspected Shooter Likely To Reject Plea Deal In New London Murder Case
A man accused of shooting into a crowd of people in New London is likely to reject a plea offer, according to his attorney.
NEW LONDON, CT - The attorney of a man accused of shooting into a crowd of people in December 2015 said his client is likely to reject a plea offer, the New London Day reported. He was given the offer Tuesday in superior court.
Shaquan Lee-Seales, 23, of New London, is also charged with killing 29-year old Gilberto Olivencia after firing multiple shots towards him and a crowd of people on Grand Avenue, according to the New London Day. The suspect has been held in lieu of bond since June 2016. (For more information on this and other neighborhood stories, subscribe to Patch to receive daily newsletters and breaking news alerts.)
Lee-Seales will officially reveal his decision when he returns to court for his accept or reject date on September 7, the New London Day reported. Should he reject it, the case would likely be scheduled for trial later this year.
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