Joseph Morgan,was found guilty of first degree murder, armed assault with intent to rob, armed assault in a dwelling, carrying a firearm
Joseph Morgan, age 21, was found guilty by a Lowell Superior Court Jury today on counts of first degree murder, armed assault with intent to rob, armed assault in a dwelling, carrying a firearm without a license, and possessing ammunition without a FID card.Superior Court Judge Kenneth Fishman set a sentencing date of Wednesday, October 29, at 2 p.m., in Lowell Superior Court. A conviction of first degree murder carries an automatic sentence of life without parole.“We are thankful to the jury for their careful consideration of the facts before them and for holding this defendant responsible for the senseless murder of Alberto Cintron,” District Attorney Leone said. “We continue to offer our thoughts and sympathies to Alberto’s family and friends for their loss. This was a complex investigation, and today’s conviction was the result of the excellent work done by Lowell Police, Massachusetts State Police, and our trial team led by Assistant District Attorney Steve Loughlin.”According to ...