Cory Gregory was back in Rock Island County court Thursday morning, April 22 in his appeal to have his sentence reduced.
He was convicted in the murder of 16-year-old Adrianne Reynolds back in 2006. He previously admitted to helping co-defendant Sarah Kolb with the murder.
He was 17 years old at the time, and a recent Illinois Supreme Court ruling means Gregory has a chance to have his sentence reduced as he was a juvenile when given a "de facto" life sentence of 45 years.
His defense is currently seeking an expert to testify on brain development in young adults to argue their case for a reduced sentence.
Gregory is due back in court on June 3, 2021. From there, a sentencing hearing could be scheduled.
