People v. Hoover

Following a jury trial defendant was convicted along with codefendant Andrew Howard of murdering one William “Pooky” Young and was sentenced to a term of 150 to 200 years’ imprisonment. On appeal defendant contends that the trial court erred when it:(1) Denied his motion for a severance based on admission of a post-arrest statement of the codefendant;(2) Admitted evidence concerning tire death of one of the witnesses and that witness’ testimony;(3) Restricted cross-examination of a witness;(4) Gave instructions regarding a conspiracy;(5) Admitted evidence of other crimes;(6) Allowed the State…