Eackles v. State

GIVAN, Justice.

A jury trial resulted in the conviction of appellant of Burglary, a Class C felony, for which he received a sentence of five (5) years, which was enhanced by thirty (30) years by reason of his status as an habitual offender. He also was found guilty of Theft, a Class D felony, for which he received a sentence of two (2) years, the sentences to run concurrently.

The facts are: On October 13, 1986, appellant and codefendants Galligher and Glenn drove in appellant’s car to the parking lot of the Publix Shopping Center in Kendallville, Indiana. Galligher left the car and approached…