(KWLM/Olivia, MN) An Olivia man has actually pleaded guilty to eliminating a Bird Island boy.
On March 24th 2022, 38-year-old Houston Morris was combating with the mom of 13-year-old Isaac Hoff in the lady’s home in Olivia when Isaac actioned in to attempt and secure her and Morris stabbed Hoff in the chest, eliminating him.
In Renville County District Court Wednesday, Morris pleaded guilty to second Degree Murder Without Intent and second Degree Assault With a Dangerous Weapon.
In exchange, a 2nd charge of second Degree Murder With Intent was dropped and the May first jury trial was canceled.
A pre-sentencing examination was bought.