People v. Ward

Defendant Lonnie Ward appeals from his convictions following a trial for armed robbery (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1985, ch. 38, par. 18 — 2) and possession of a stolen motor vehicle (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1985, ch. 95 1 /2, par. 4 — 103) and from the imposition of concurrent sentences of eight and seven years’ imprisonment, respectively.

In August 1985, defendant and codefendant Rose Richmond were indicted for armed robbery, possession of a stolen motor vehicle, theft and two counts of armed violence. During their joint bench trial on July 30,1986, the court heard the following evidence.

Daniel Ramos testified…