Self-proclaimed “witch doctor” sentenced to life for 2020 Broward murder

A Florida judge sentenced a self-proclaimed witch doctor to life in state prison without parole on Friday for the 2020 murder of a young mother in Broward, whose body has never been found.

Shannon Ryan showed no reaction as Judge Michael Usan delivered the sentence. Defense attorneys had requested a sentence of just over 22 years. Ryan was convicted by a jury last month.

Because Leila Cavett’s body was never located, the conviction was based on circumstantial evidence and video footage. Investigators said Cavett was last seen with Ryan, contradicting his claims that she left with several men…

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