Shawn Patrick Lynch

Shawn Patrick Lynch

Murderer
1known / alleged victims
Case Facts
Gender
male
Country
USA
Location
Maricopa County, Arizona, USA
Date of birth
December 18, 1961
Age at first offence
40
Characteristics
financial gain
Victim profile
James Panzarella
Method of murder
Slashed throat
Date(s) of murder
March 25, 2001
Years active
2001
Date of arrest
Status
Sentenced to death

Sentenced to death on May 23, 2006

Case Summary

Case record

Background

Shawn Patrick Lynch was convicted and later sentenced to death.

Trial

Shawn Patrick Lynch received a verdict on December 1, 2005.

Sentencing

On May 23, 2006, Shawn Patrick Lynch was sentenced to death.

The aggravating circumstances included pecuniary gain, and that the offence was especially heinous, cruel or depraved.

Appeals

Direct appeal was pending before the Arizona Supreme Court.

Outcome

Shawn Patrick Lynch was sentenced to death on May 23, 2006.

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