Missouri Seeks Death Penalty for Man Accused of Killing Officer and Court Employee
Larry Acree faces 18 charges, including first-degree murder, after a fatal eviction confrontation in Independence.
- Prosecutors argue there are aggravating circumstances justifying the death penalty.
- Acree allegedly shot court employee Drexel Mack and police officer Cody Allen.
- Acree's property was sold due to delinquent taxes, leading to the eviction notice.
- The case has been scheduled for a court hearing on July 10.
- Missouri has 11 inmates currently on death row.