PORTLAND, Maine — Anthony Osborne, 46, has pleaded guilty to one count of robbery in connection with the attack that resulted in the death of Derald “Darry” Coffin in April 2022. Prosecutors dropped other charges during a plea hearing on Friday, where it was revealed that Osborne agreed to serve eight years in prison and four years on probation, pending a judge’s approval. If he violates the terms of his release, he will have to serve the rest of his suspended 22-year sentence. Osborne’s sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 16.
Osborne was one of four men charged for their alleged roles in Coffin’s death and the shooting of Annabelle Hartnett, who survived her injuries. Police believe that Osborne coordinated the attack, setting it up for the other men to carry out. The attack occurred on April 26, 2022, when Damion Butterfield, Thomas MacDonald, and Jonathan Geisinger approached Hartnett’s car, demanded money, and then proceeded to attack Coffin and shoot Hartnett before fleeing the scene.
Butterfield, who pleaded guilty to several charges last month, including murder, attempted murder, and robbery, agreed to serve 35 years in prison. Osborne’s defense attorney declined to comment on the plea deal and prosecutors were not available for comment on Friday. However, it was revealed that Butterfield entered his plea after a jury had reached a verdict following a week’s worth of trial, opting not to hear their decision. Butterfield’s sentencing was not yet scheduled earlier this week.
The guilty plea by Osborne marks a significant development in the legal proceedings following the tragic attack and death of Derald Coffin. His sentencing, scheduled for January 16, will determine the final terms of his imprisonment and probation.