Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced that two men have been charged with murder in the death of Sidney Barrett-Morris, who was eating alone at the L.A. Live restaurant counter late last year. did.
“The victim, Sidney Barrett Morris, has dedicated his life's work to promoting inclusivity and harmony in our society, which makes his untimely death all the more shocking,” District Attorney Gascón said. ” he said. “My deepest condolences go out to Mr. Morris' family. The brazenness of this shooting is alarming, and my office is committed to holding accountable those responsible for this heinous crime. Masu.”
Los Angeles City Commissioner Dominic Choi said he was saddened by such a shocking and brutal attack on a place of leisure and recreation.
Chief Choi said, “Although we were unable to return Mr. Morris to his loving family, I am proud of the hard work of our Robbery-Homicide Unit to bring his killer to justice.''
Phillip Pasco Clark (DOB May 10, 1990) of Los Angeles and Santana Jermaine Kelly (DOB March 27, 1974) of Palmdale are charged with murder and conspiracy, respectively, in Case 24CJCF01997. They have each been charged with one count. Kelly also faces a felony charge of arson of another's property.
The defendants pleaded not guilty at their arraignments on March 26, 2024, in Department 30 of the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center. Their preliminary hearings are scheduled for April 25, 2024 in Department 50 of the same court.
On November 28, 2023, at approximately 6:15 p.m., the victim was sitting alone at the counter at Fixin's Soul Kitchen, located at 800 West Olympic Boulevard, part of the Los Angeles Live Entertainment complex. While they were eating, Clark allegedly walked straight in. He fired at the victim, killing him instantly. Clark fled the scene in a vehicle driven by an unknown person.
Kelly is said to have provided supplies and support and helped plan the murder. The day after the murder, Kelly was charged with setting fire to the getaway car in an attempt to destroy evidence.
Kelly and Clark are being held on bail of $3.06 million and $4.06 million, respectively.
If convicted as charged, Kelly faces a maximum sentence of 100 years to life in prison. Clark faces a maximum sentence of 85 years to life in prison.
Source: Press release
