Sentencing of Trey Alexander Relford

Background

• Location: Lexington, Kentucky
• Incident: 2015 murder and robbery of Salahuddin Jitmoud
  • Jitmoud was a 22-year-old pizza delivery driver
  • Lured into an apartment complex, robbed, and stabbed by Trey Relford and two accomplices

Court Proceedings

Testimonies

• Victim's Father, Sombatitud:

  • School principal and devout Muslim
  • Spoke directly to Trey Relford:
    • Expressed sadness for Relford's situation
    • Mentioned his son, Salahuddin, would have forgiven Relford
    • Stated he blames the devil, not Relford
    • Publicly forgave Relford on behalf of his family

• Trey Alexander Relford's Statement:

  • Apologized for the incident
  • Acknowledged the strength of the victim's father
  • Expressed personal reflection and regret

Sentencing by Judge Kimberly Bunnell

• Recognized the impact on both families
• Accepted the convict's recommendation:
  • Murder: 25 years
  • Robbery: Additional 6 years
  • Extended wishes for Relford's future

Summary

• Trey Relford received a total of 31 years for his crimes.
• Highlighted the emotional impact and the power of forgiveness shown by the victim's father.