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California Man Sentenced to 50 Years to Life for 2024 Murder of Ex-Girlfriend
Just the facts
Prosecutors stated that Kendall broke into Ligdis' home on February 16, 2024, and fatally shot her in the head while she was on a 911 call with her four-year-old son present. A California jury convicted Kendall in May 2026 of first-degree murder, child endangerment, and illegal possession of a 3D-printed firearm. In addition to the prison term, Judge Kim issued a protective order barring Kendall from contacting his son until November 2035. The sentencing followed arguments from deputy district attorneys regarding the severity of domestic violence escalations.
Why this is news
Contra Costa County Superior Court Judge Glenn Kim sentenced 39-year-old Jeffery Kendall to 50 years to life in prison for the 2024 murder of 30-year-old Brittany Elizabeth Ligdis in Pinole, California.
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