Elroy Williams is Sentenced for Attempted Murder

A very emotional and hurt Elroy Williams couldn’t lift his head after hearing he must serve prison time for attempted murder. Despite having only two years, seven months, and eleven days left behind bars, Williams, who had been separated from his wife, visited her in 2018 and ended up beating her new boyfriend with a two-by-four board. The boyfriend now suffers from chronic pain and severe headaches, conditions he must live with for the rest of his life. Williams had hoped for time being served or probation, but Justice Pilgrim ruled otherwise. Williams, a father, left court in tears, disappointed that he wouldn’t be returning to his family. Justice Pilgrim initially sentenced him to eight years, but after considering the use of a weapon and other factors, it increased to nine years. However, four years were deducted for mitigating factors, including Williams’ participation in rehabilitation programs and his genuine remorse. His sentence was further reduced for his early guilty plea and pretrial detention, leaving him with two years, seven months, and eleven days to serve. The incident occurred on January thirtieth, 2018, in Lords Bank Village. Michael Jones, thirty-three, was at his girlfriend’s house when Williams arrived. After a confrontation, Williams returned later with a two-by-four and attacked Jones, leaving him unconscious. Jones suffered severe injuries and has been dealing with the aftermath ever since. Williams admitted to causing the injuries but claimed he didn’t intend to harm Jones and even called an ambulance for him.