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Jerry Williams Sentenced to Life | Durham News
Jerry Williams just got sentenced to life in prison for the brutal March murder of his girlfriend, Princess Russell, and the attempted murder of her 18-year-old son, Zykeith Shaw — who miraculously escaped by jumping from a second-story window. The horrific incident unfolded in a Johnston County home, where a 10-year-old girl was also present but unharmed. Williams, a convicted felon, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, attempted murder, and illegal gun possession. While no sentence can undo the loss, prosecutors say this plea brings closure and justice to the grieving family. The case…
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