Tharpe v. State

OPINION

MAY, Judge.

Cedric Tharpe appeals his conviction of Class A felony attempted murder. 1 He raises the following issues for our review:

1. Whether Tharpe was denied his right to a fair and unbiased judge;

2. Whether the trial court abused its discretion when it denied Tharpe’s motion for a continuance; and

3. Whether the State presented sufficient evidence to convict Tharpe.

We affirm.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

Around 11:00 p.m. on October 19, 2009, Officer Matthew Churchman was patrolling in his marked police car when he heard shots fired. He turned down a nearby alley and saw Tharpe run…