Andrew Lester, the man who pleaded guilty to felony assault in the second degree for the shooting of Ralph Yarl, died while awaiting sentencing.

Susan Pfannmuller Special to The Star Lester faced up to five years in prison. He was awaiting sentence when he died. I am sure his family will weep with sorrow about his death. It’s not my norm ...

Lester faced up to five years in prison. He was awaiting sentence when he died. I am sure his family will weep with sorrow about his death. It’s not my norm to speak ill of the dead and I won’t start ...

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Lester's attorney also released a statement after his death:"Andrew Dan Lester died today February 19, 2025. Mr. Lester had been suffering severe health problems for some time.Dan’s decision to ...

In a statement on Lester’s death, the court said, “Mr. Lester did take responsibility for his actions by pleading guilty in this case.” Lester was set to be sentenced March 7. The Yarl ...

But after prosecutors announced Lester's death, Yarl and his family released a statement saying his death doesn't bring them closure in the case. Their statement said: 'The news of Andrew Lester ...

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The shooting brought protests, national headlines and death threats against Lester. Lester died Wednesday, according to the Clay County District Attorney’s office. A cause of death is not yet known.

Shortly after Lester’s death was announced, Yarl’s family issued a public statement. They wrote: The news of Andrew Lester’s passing brings a mix of emotions, but it does not bring justice.

Lester, who was 84 at the time, shot Yarl through the door but told police, “It was the last thing he wanted to do, but was ‘scared to death’ due to the male’s size and Lester’s age (84 ...