WICHITA, Kan. – A judge at the Sedgwick County District Court sentenced a Goddard man to life in prison without the possibility of parole for 653 months, following his conviction for first-degree murder in the 2021 beating death of his mother. The sentencing comes after a guilty verdict from a Sedgwick County jury about two months ago.
The case dates back to Oct. 6, 2021, when the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare check at a home in the 15300 block of West US-54 Highway. Deputies found 67-year-old Denyce Briet with obvious signs of trauma to her body after forcing entry into the home, following concerns about her recent medical emergency.
The investigation led to the arrest of the Goddard man, who was later convicted in the beating death of his mother. The sentencing of life in prison without the possibility of parole for 653 months, or more than 50 years, marks the end of the court proceedings in this tragic case.
The sheriff’s office expressed relief after the sentencing, stating that justice had been served for the victim, Denyce Briet. The case serves as a reminder of the impact of domestic violence and the devastating consequences it can have on families and communities. The judge’s decision reflects the severity of the crime and the pursuit of justice in the face of such tragic circumstances.
In conclusion, the Goddard man has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for 653 months for the first-degree murder of his mother. The case serves as a somber reminder of the consequences of domestic violence and the importance of seeking justice for the victims of such tragic circumstances.