Pennsylvania woman pleads guilty to murdering ex while he drove

Tuesday, June 19, 2018
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- A woman who was facing murder charges in the killing of her ex-boyfriend pleaded guilty to third-degree murder Monday.

Detectives say Martina Westcott shot 33-year-old Terrell Bruce once in the head while he was driving before he barreled into another car.
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On Monday, Westcott admitted in court that she pulled the trigger. The two had allegedly been arguing before the shooting.

The incident happened back in August 2016 , while Bruce was driving down Walnut Lane.

Westcott's sentencing hearing has been set for August.
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She faces up to 57 years in prison.

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