Murder-for-Hire Trial in New Orleans | New Orleans News

A federal murder-for-hire trial in New Orleans is reaching its climax as former attorney Sean Alfortish and Leon Parker face charges for allegedly hiring a hit on Cornelius Garrison, an FBI informant shot dead in 2020. Prosecutors built a three-week case using phone records, bank logs, and texts—like Parker’s “Game on, who dat” message to Ryan Harris—claiming they proved Parker was ready to kill. Defense attorneys pivot blame to Harris, citing matching bullets found in his car and Parker’s health issues. Alfortish’s team argues the financial evidence lacks context. The jury deliberated late Friday—watch for the verdict in this explosive “highway robbery” case. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3f689797c029825e