Sleek v. State

GIVAN, Chief Justice.

Following a jury trial appellant was convicted of Murder. The court imposed a sixty (60) year sentence.

The facts are: On October 14, 1984, the body of Pearl Lemper, who had been reported missing several days earlier, was found. Lemper died of stab wounds to the chest.

Police investigation led to the questioning of Lemper's neighbors, including appellant. A more comprehensive interview with appellant was held at the Butler Police Department on October 18. Appellant was advised of his rights prior to the questioning. At the conclusion of the interview, appellant agreed to…