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George Carter

Case from Pensacola, FL dated Jan 23, 1991

Victim Details

George Carter

Male

Pensacola

FL

1991-01-23

59

George

Carter

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George Carter, a 59-year-old pawn shop owner from Pensacola, Florida, was tragically murdered on January 23, 1991. The incident occurred during a robbery at his pawn shop, where he was fatally shot by Antonio Melton. Melton, who was 18 years old at the time, was later arrested and charged with first-degree felony murder and armed robbery. The prosecution's case was significantly bolstered by the testimony of Melton's co-defendant, Ben Lewis, who provided crucial evidence against him.

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  • Pensacola News Journal: Supreme Court rules new death penalty law doesn't apply to Pensacola inmate
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