A courtroom turned tense when a man smirked and laughed as he admitted to killing his son and girlfriend, according to WSYR-TV, during a disturbing plea hearing in Syracuse.
David Huff pleaded guilty to murdering his 11-year-old son and 32-year-old partner in a shooting last year. He showed little remorse, even joking during questioning, prompting the judge to challenge his behavior.
Prosecutors say drugs played a role, though Huff was deemed competent to stand trial. He now faces at least 40 years in prison, with sentencing scheduled for May.
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