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Sentencing set for South Knoxville torture-killing

Edward Wilson pleaded guilty; Marquis Ellis was convicted. Sentencing is approaching for their roles in a 2024 South Knoxville killing.
WHO: Edward Wilson (33) and Marquis Ellis (23)
WHAT: Wilson pleaded guilty; Ellis was convicted; both face sentencing for helping in a 2024 South Knoxville torture-killing.
WHEN: Jul 20, 2026 at 5:34 PM ET
WHERE: South Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: The men are being sentenced for their roles in the 2024 torture-killing in South Knoxville.

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