Drumheller v. Commonwealth

Thomas Franklin Drumheller was convicted in the trial court of first degree murder, abduction with intent to defile, use of a firearm in the commission of murder, and possession of a handgun after a felony conviction. On appeal, the sole issue before us is the sufficiency of the affidavit which supported a search warrant for Drumheller’s residence and automobile. During the execution of the search warrant, Drumheller made certain incriminating statements which led to his arrest and eventual conviction.

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