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Florida Woman Sentenced to Life for Suffocating Boyfriend in Suitcase

Sarah Boone receives a life sentence for the murder of Jorge Torres, highlighting issues of domestic abuse and substance use.

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Updated: Dec 2nd, 2024, 10:04 PM ET

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Sarah Boone was sentenced to life in prison for the second-degree murder of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres, who she suffocated after zipping him in a suitcase. Boone's defense claimed a history of domestic violence and alcohol abuse influenced her actions. The jury took just 90 minutes to reach a verdict after a 10-day trial. Family members expressed their grief during the sentencing, while Boone sought forgiveness, stating she did not intend to kill Torres. The case garnered national attention due to disturbing cellphone footage recorded by Boone during the incident.

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