State v. Jones, 88203 (4-12-2007)

JOURNAL ENTRY AND OPINION

{¶ 1} Defendant-appellant Shigali Jones ("Jones") appeals his conviction and sentence. Finding some merit to the appeal, we reverse.

{¶ 2} In 2005, Jones was charged with attempted murder, two counts of aggravated robbery, and two counts of felonious assault, all with firearm specifications.

{¶ 3} The following evidence was adduced at Jones' jury trial.

{¶ 4} On September 19, 2005, Jesus Malave Morales ("Morales") met with codefendant Earl Adkins ("Adkins"). Both men were admitted cocaine abusers who sold drugs for Jones. Morales and Adkins were expected to sell $250…