Opinion ID: 853544
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Text: The record shows that in the evening hours of March 16, 1996, Cook, along with companion David Stillwell, entered Jesse's Bar in Charlestown, Indiana. A number of other people were also present including the victim, David Justice. While Stillwell was arguing with another bar patron, Justice approached carrying a pool cue. Stillwell told Justice, Whoa, there ain't [no] problem here, and Justice walked away. Shortly thereafter Cook produced a handgun and fired at Justice who fell to the floor. A later autopsy revealed that Justice died as a result of a single gunshot wound to the chest. Cook was arrested and charged with murder. After a jury trial, he was convicted as charged and sentenced to fifty-five years imprisonment. This direct appeal followed. Additional facts are set forth below where relevant.