GA v. Julian Jamal Conley
Julian Jamal Conley was found guilty of murder and other charges in the 2020 shooting death of 8-year-old Secoriea Turner, who was killed near a protest site in Atlanta. He was subsequently sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, plus an additional 25 years.
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October 2025 — 1 developments
Julian Conley's murder conviction and life sentence face appeal
Julian Conley's murder conviction, which resulted in a life sentence, is already facing an appeal.
September 2025 — 5 developments
Jury begins deliberations in Julian Conley's trial
The jury began deliberations in Julian Conley's trial after hearing testimony.
Conley's Attorney Claims Client Present But Did Not Fire Fatal Shot
The defense began presenting its case on September 23, 2025, with testimony continuing where Conley's attorney stated his client was present but did not fire the fatal shot. The prosecution rested its case on September 24.
Opening Statements Delivered in Julian Conley Trial
Opening statements were delivered in the trial of Julian Conley.
Jury selection begins for Julian Conley's murder trial
Jury selection began for Julian Conley's murder trial.
Jerrion McKinney sentenced to 40 years with 20 to serve in prison for role in Turner's death
Co-defendant Jerrion McKinney entered an Alford plea, receiving a sentence of 40 years with 20 years to serve in prison for his role in Turner's death.
August 2021 — 2 developments
Julian Conley indicted on 37 counts
A 37-count indictment was issued in the case, including charges against Julian Conley.
Jerrion McKinney arrested in connection with Secoriea Turner's death
Co-defendant Jerrion McKinney was arrested in connection with Secoriea Turner's death.
July 2020 — 2 developments
Julian Conley Surrenders to Authorities in Secoriea Turner Shooting Death
Julian Conley surrendered to authorities in connection with the shooting death of Secoriea Turner.
Eight-year-old Secoriea Turner fatally shot near Atlanta Wendy's protest site
Eight-year-old Secoriea Turner was fatally shot while riding in a vehicle near a makeshift barricade at the site of a burned Wendy's restaurant in Atlanta, where protests were ongoing following the police killing of Rayshard Brooks.