John Cade Should Be Charged With Voluntary Manslaughter

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John Cade should be charged with voluntary manslaughter in the death of Robert Sheldon. Voluntary manslaughter is an intentional murder that is not premeditated and happens when the suspect is provoked. Evidence was presented that the suspect stabbed the victim deliberately. In Affidavit B, Ponyboy Curtis states, “He would kill the next person who jumped him.” This piece of evidence from the witness reveals that Mr. Cade stabbed Mr. Sheldon on purpose because he knew months ago that he would have to defend himself if something happened. The witness presented a statement from John Cade that proves the murder was not premeditated and the suspect had no malice aforethought. In Affidavit A, John Cade states, “I had to. They were drowning you, Pony.