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Twenty-Eight-Year-Old Sentenced to 35 Years | Hartford News
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- Sep 18, 2026
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- 91
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Summary
A 28-year-old man, Lewis Santiago, just received a 35-year prison sentence after fatally shooting 26-year-old Tyrese Blue Jr. during a botched illegal gun sale in 2023. The case took a dramatic turn when Santiago, originally scheduled for trial in July, abruptly accepted a plea deal admitting guilt to felony murder and firearm possession. The shooting occurred after an argument erupted at the transaction; Blue died on the scene despite emergency efforts. Prosecutors, led by Adrienne Russo and Dean Hanafin with key investigative support from New Haven police, built a compelling case that underscores how swiftly violence can spiral into lifelong consequences. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.courant.com/2026/09/18/ct-man-gets-35-years-in-prison-for-fatally-shooting-man-in-chest-during-illegal-gun-sale/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/04ce6ce0687b74b7 Report issues to [email protected].