The Verdict: One Man Sentenced in Altoona Shooting Case

In Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, one of four suspects involved in a drive-by shooting that resulted in the death of an Altoona man has been sentenced. Xavier Thompson, 36, received a sentence of 22 months in prison, with an additional 5 years of extended supervision. He was given credit for 657 days already served. This sentence came after Thompson pleaded no contest to a charge of second-degree recklessly endangering safety as a party to a crime.The tragic incident occurred in the early hours of September 17, 2022. Christopher Conner, a 39-year-old from Altoona, was found with a gunshot wound near the intersection of Bergen Avenue and Bellevue Avenue in Eau Claire. Local police swiftly initiated an investigation, which led to the apprehension of four suspects: Michael Purnell, Xavier Thompson, Kemone Golden, and Jamon Sullivan. This case highlights the seriousness of gun violence and the potential consequences for those involved. It serves as a reminder of the impact such crimes have on both the victims and their communities. The sentence handed down to Thompson underscores the legal system's effort to hold individuals accountable for their actions.