A young man in Clay County has been sentenced to 41 years in prison for a murder that occurred in 2022. According to District Attorney Scott Colon, Austin Hill pleaded guilty to charges of capital murder and aggravated assault related to the shooting death of 41-year-old Mikel Craven.
The incident took place on March 11, 2022, at a trailer located on Blake Road, where Hill shot and killed Craven. As part of a plea deal, Hill was sentenced to 41 years in prison, with no eligibility for early release or parole.
Colon confirmed that the sentence is final and part of the terms of the plea agreement. Other individuals involved in the case have also been arrested and are awaiting trial.
Further details will be released as the legal proceedings continue.