State v. Johnson

Appellant Bennie Lee Johnson was convicted of murder and robbery. He was sentenced to life imprisonment for murder and ten years for robbery. Appellant appeals his conviction, alleging the trial court erred in failing to direct a verdict because of the insufficiency of the evidence. We reverse.

The deceased was found lying face down in a ditch clad only in long pants, sho'es and socks. His pants pockets were turned inside out; and under and around the body were found several personal items, including cigarettes and a comb. The victim had been severely beaten and choked. He suffered injuries to…