John Lipsey IV pleaded no contest to voluntary manslaughter in the death of his roommate Luther Harris, ending a case that began with Harris's disappearance in 2020. - Lipsey entered a no-contest plea to voluntary manslaughter, avoiding a retrial after a hung jury.
- Prosecutors dismissed murder charges, a firearm enhancement, and prior strike allegations. - Sentencing is scheduled for Aug.
17, with the judge indicating a six-year prison term. - Harris's body has never been found, and the defense argued insufficient evidence of death.
The plea agreement resolves the case nearly six years after Harris's disappearance.