A New Iberia man was sentenced to more than 30 years in prison for two violent crimes.
According to 16th Judicial District Attorney Bo Duhé, Cleveland Ayro pleaded guilty to two different violent offenses this week.
Ayro pleaded guilty to attempted armed robbery in connection with a 2017 incident, and to manslaughter in connection with the December 2020 slaying of Keith Johnson, who was found shot inside his vehicle.
Ayro faced a maximum sentence of 49.5 years in prison for the armed robbery charge, and a maximum sentence of 40 years on the manslaughter charge.
During a sentencing hearing before the Honorable Curtis Sigur on January 29, evidence was presented that showed Ayro has a lengthy criminal history, including convictions for second degree battery, public intimidation and unauthorized use of a movable.
Sigur handed down a sentence of 37 years for the attempted armed robbery, and 40 years for the manslaughter charge. The sentences will be served concurrently, or at the same time. The first 37 years will be served without parole, probation or suspension of sentence.