Man convicted in murder of Officer Ella French to be sentenced Wednesday

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CHICAGO (CBS) — The man convicted of murdering Chicago Police Officer Ella French in 2021 will be sentenced in court on Wednesday.

Emonte Morgan was found guilty in March, but his lawyers have also asked for a new trial.

Morgan was convicted of first-degree murder for killing Officer French in 2021 during a traffic stop when he was pulled over with his brother Eric in West Englewood.

He's also convicted of trying to kill her partner, Carlos Yanez Jr. , who was seriously wounded in the shooting. After being told he might never be able to move the left side of his body, Yanez was seen walking into court back in July.

Prosecutors say neither officer pulled out a weapon, but Morgan fired shots at both officers — killing French.

Morgan's defense team filed a motion for a new trial in July. On Wednesday, the judge denied that motion, meaning he will be sentenced.

Morgan faces up to life in prison.