Army sergeant in Texas sentenced to 25 years in murder of protester

Well, three years after Foster was killed a two week trial with countless hours of jury deliberation and a month since that murder conviction all leading to this moment. The state did ask that Perry get at least 25 years behind bars and Judge Clifford a Brown inside of his courtroom today delivering on that request. If eight many have waited anxiously for four weeks. Mr. Perry can you please rise delivered in just minutes by Judge Clifford a Brown. This court since this year to a term of 25 years, but came next. Some of those who loved Garrett Foster most speaking directly to his convicted killer for the first time.

When I look at you. I see a very small man who used his military status as a means to kill. I do not see any honorable traits and I see no remorse for what you've done. You can't even look at my family. I pray to God. That one day. He will get rid of all this hate that's in your heart.

Daniel Perry's family left the courtroom while some of Foster's loved ones took the stand. Perry's attorneys say though this is not the end for him. We will appeal this verdict. While we respect the court greatly, we can't agree that Daniel Perry received a fair trial. Everyone is completely devastated. Travis County District Attorney feels as if justice has been served. Our criminal justice system is not perfect.

But in this case, it worked exactly as it should. But there are no winners. Just loss, sorrow and a desperate fight to find the strength to move forward. I hope God has mercy on your soul. The appeals process is expected to take over a year and Perry's attorneys say they are planning on sending any information that they think will help Perry to the board of pardons and parole. Remember they are currently reviewing his case. I'm reporting downtown at the courthouse, J.

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