ROANOKE, Va. - UPDATE - MARCH 25, 2022
A Roanoke man who reportedly shot and killed his fiancé before dumping her body in the Roanoke River will spend the next five decades in prison.
DeAngelo Bonds, 22, was sentenced to 50 years in prison in connection to the death of his fiancé, 18-year-old Adreonna Keffer.
On Wednesday, Bonds pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and concealment of a dead body.
Here’s a breakdown of his prison sentence in relation to his charges:
- First-degree murder - 42 years
- Use of a firearm in the commission of a felony - 3 years
- Concealment of a dead body - 5 years
ORIGINAL STORY - March 24, 2022
A Roanoke man who allegedly shot and killed his fiancé before dumping her body in the Roanoke River has pleaded guilty to all charges against him.
On Feb. 14, 2021, DeAngelo Bonds, 22, was arrested in connection to the death of his fiancé, 18-year-old Adreonna Keffer.
This came after police received reports of “suspicious circumstances” at an apartment in the 3400 block of Bennett Drive NW, a home the two shared, according to the Roanoke Police Department.
When officers arrived at the scene they found a pool of blood outside the apartment door, ammo casings and blood on the floor and walls.
After Bonds’ arrest, investigators learned that he had disposed of Keffer’s body in the Roanoke River.
On Wednesday, Bonds pleaded guilty to the following:
- 1st degree murder
- Use of a firearm in the commission of a felony
- Concealment of a dead body
No word yet on when Bonds will be sentenced.
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