TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — After attending a change of plea hearing, a Kentucky man who was charged with the murder of a Terre Haute man has been sentenced to 17.5 years in prison.

According to Bridget Kelsheimer, Vigo County Division 1 Court reporter, Zavius King changed the plea to voluntary manslaughter and also pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious and violent felon. 

King was initially charged with murder, attempted robbery, and possession of a handgun by a serious violent felon regarding the shooting and death of Ronnie Caldwell in 2018. 

For more information, previous articles reporting on King’s case are listed below: