Attorney Malik Shabazz read aloud a victim impact statement from Eddie Parker, who was present in the courtroom but did not approach the stand.
“I never knew the ones that were sworn to protect and serve would be the ones that needed protection from," the statement read. "The humiliation and embarrassment from the sexual assault is too great for me to talk about. Therefore, I am in therapy now and for the future.”
“My life was not perfect, but it was mine. I doubt I will ever be able to experience it again. I wish I didn't have to experience the memory of this torture session, but I can't do that either. I can’t erase my memories but I will struggle to live on. They should be given what they gave me and Michael Jenkins, which is no mercy. I pray for the maximum sentence," he added.
Family members of the defendants were present in the courtroom during the sentencing and some could be seen crying.