NORFOLK, Va. — A man was sentenced to 45 years in prison on Friday for murdering a man shortly after robbing a Latin grocery store where the victim worked, Norfolk city officials said.
Antonio Williams, 34, was found guilty in August of second-degree murder, the use of a firearm in the commission of murder, armed robbery, the use of a firearm in the commission of robbery, reckless handling of a firearm, and shooting in a public place.
The charges spur from incidents that happened on July 9, 2021.
Officials said Williams entered La Botica Hispana #2 Latin Store, which is located on Chesapeake Boulevard, with a gun. He displayed a firearm before robbing the two clerks, 40-year-old Calvin Byas and an unnamed individual.
Later that day, officials said Williams went to Bya's home where he ultimately shot and killed the 40-year-old clerk. Bya's wife witnessed the deadly shooting.
“Once again, I extend my condolences to Mr. Byas’ widow and family and my appreciation to the witnesses and law enforcement officers who helped us present this case,” said Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi. “Unfortunately, no sentence will bring back Mr. Byas, but I hope that the conclusion of the case offers his family some closure and a road to healing.”
