In a case of violence in the Bottom District neighborhood in Dallas, Emmanuel Green was sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to the murder of his longtime friend. The incident, which occurred on February 21, 2023, stemmed from an argument between Green and the victim while they were at a mutual friend's home.
Witnesses at the scene reported that after the altercation, Green intentionally ran over the victim with his car, pinning him underneath before attempting to run him over again. Despite efforts from bystanders to intervene and call for help, the victim succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving at a local hospital.
Dallas Police Department, aided by witnesses' testimonies, swiftly located Green half a mile away from the scene, where he was hiding under a piece of wood. During interrogation, Green admitted to intentionally killing his friend over perceived grievances.
The courtroom heard a Victim Impact Statement from the victim's stepdaughter, highlighting the profound loss experienced by the family due to Mr. Fisher's death.
In the face of overwhelming evidence, Green pleaded guilty to the charges of murder and received a 25-year prison sentence. The verdict brings a measure of closure to the victim's family, albeit amidst the enduring pain of their loss.
