JACKSONVILLE, Texas — A Jacksonville man was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday for murdering a man near Love's Lookout back in 2020.
In July of 2020, two people were arrested for murder in connection with a body that was found near Love's Lookout in Jacksonville.
The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office arrested Brandon Branton, and Ja'Michael Rusk, both of Jacksonville, after the body of Randy Davenport was discovered off County Road 3109 on July 31.
According to the CCSO, Davenport was receiving a ride from Branton and Rusk when the individuals stopped their vehicle at the corner of CR 3109 and CR 3906. Officials say that's when the duo murdered the victim.
Rusk's case is still pending and awaiting trial.