On Feb. 16, Thomas Joyner pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree murder while armed for fatally shooting Joe Cook on Sept. 6, 2016.
As part of the plea agreement, the prosecution dismissed the remaining charges on the indictment, including second-degree theft, assault with a dangerous weapon, two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, first-degree murder while armed and unlawful possession of a firearm.
Joyner’s sentencing is set for April 13 at 9:30 a.m.
