David Huff, accused of a double homicide in Syracuse, appeared in court on Monday (November 13). Huff, 43, is charged with the murders of his 11-year-old son, Jeremiah Huff, and his girlfriend, 32-year-old Yeraldith Tschudy, at his stepfather’s home on Roney Road in March. Prosecutors have offered Huff a plea deal for two counts of second-degree murder, which would result in consecutive sentences of 20 years to life, totaling 40 years in prison.
According to Spectrum News, Huff was initially charged with first-degree murder, two counts of second-degree murder, and a weapons charge. The plea deal, if accepted, would allow for parole eligibility after 40 years.
CNY Central reports that Huff allegedly used a Remington 870 Express 12-gauge shotgun in the crime. An order of protection was issued for the mother of his son during a previous court appearance in September…