People v. Thomas

OFFENSES CHARGED

Rape. Ill Rev Stats 1965, c 38, § 11-1.

Aggravated battery. Ill Rev Stats 1965, c 38, § 12-4.

Attempt (murder). Ill Rev Stats 1965, c 38, §§ 8-4, 9-1.

Robbery. Ill Rev Stats 1965, c 38, § 18-1.

JUDGMENT

After a bench trial, defendant was found guilty on all charges and sentenced to concurrent terms of 50 to 75 years for rape, 9 to 10 years for aggravated battery, 19 to 20 years for attempted murder, and 19 to 20 years for robbery.

CONTENTIONS RAISED ON APPEAL

1. Alibi evidence, coupled with prejudicial identification testimony, raises a reasonable doubt of defendant’s guilt.

2.…