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Judge turns down new trial request for man convicted in West Avenue slaying
Leshan Tremiele Tanner
Leshan Tanner
A judge ruled Thursday that a shooting victim’s last words were admissible and not grounds for a new trial, according to court documents. Leshan Tanner, 44, was found guilty in September 2015 of felony murder, conspiracy to commit robbery and attempt to purchase marijuana. He received a life prison sentence.