Shirley v. State

Marshall, Justice.

The appellant was convicted of the murder of Larry Hinkle. He received the sentence of life imprisonment. He appeals. We affirm.

Evidence introduced by the state showed that on the day of the murder the deceased was standing on a street corner with Allen Alexander, Weyman McKenzie, and Lester Smith. The appellant approached them in his car, and he told the deceased, "I see you are still here. You are still at it.” The deceased responded, "I’m not selling any marijuana in your territory.” The appellant then said, "I will kill you, Larry,” and he pulled out a gun and shot in…