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Knoxville man sentenced to life after murder conviction

Kevin Jaimes Martinez, 22, was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison, District Attorney General Charme Allen announced Thursday. The conviction followed a fatal shooting involving someone Martinez believed had stolen his brother's phone.
WHO: Kevin Jaimes Martinez, 22; District Attorney General Charme Allen
WHAT: Martinez was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison.
WHEN: Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 2:39 PM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: The conviction followed a shooting in which Martinez killed someone he believed had stolen his brother's phone.

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