Redlands man convicted of murder in 2020 shooting that killed twin sisters and their brother-in-law.

A jury in San Bernardino delivered a significant verdict on April 30, convicting Eric Otto White, 63, of three counts of first-degree murder. The decision sets the stage for a critical penalty phase next week, where jurors will determine whether White will face the death penalty or life in prison without the possibility of parole. Superior Court Judge Cheryl C. Kersey announced the verdicts in a San Bernardino courtroom as White stood, clad in a gray suit, facing the jury.

The jury reached its decision at the conclusion of a single day of deliberations. Family members of the victims and court observers rushed to the sixth-floor courtroom prior to the official verdict announcement at approximately 4:30 PM. The same jury will reconvene on Tuesday to hear opening statements and witness testimonies regarding the appropriate punishment.

Under California law, due to the special-circumstances allegation of multiple first-degree murders, the jury has the authority to recommend capital punishment or a life sentence. Following their recommendation, Judge Kersey will either affirm their decision or, in an uncommon turn of events, impose her own penalty.

Reactions to the verdict were emotional, with supporters of the victims visibly moved by the outcome. Among them was Alicia Sutton, the daughter of victim Kavona Kimberly Brooks-Lee. Sutton expressed her feelings succinctly, acknowledging the sadness of the situation while also recognizing a sense of closure.

The tragic events leading to White’s conviction unfolded on August 16, 2020. Following a conflict with his girlfriend, Kavina Madison Brooks, White returned home armed and, within a five-minute window, fatally