Judge Sentenced New Orleans Man for Manslaughter
Tyrone Dewey received a 17-year prison term following his conviction for the 2022 shooting death of Errol Cutno.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in Violence
A judge sentenced 66-year-old Tyrone Dewey to 17 years in prison for the 2022 manslaughter of Errol Cutno in New Orleans. The sentencing follows a May 2026 jury conviction related to a fatal confrontation on Press Drive.
Why it matters
The sentence reflects judicial considerations regarding the loss of life and the defendant's age, though the legal process remains ongoing. Prosecutors are actively pursuing a stiffer penalty through habitual offender proceedings.
The court ordered the 17-year manslaughter and 10-year weapons sentences to run concurrently, though the defendant may face a minimum 20-year term pending a habitual offender hearing. Dewey was acquitted of obstructing justice.
The players
Tyrone Dewey
He is the 66-year-old defendant convicted of manslaughter and weapon possession in connection with a 2022 fatal shooting.
Errol Cutno
He was a 46-year-old man who died from gunshot wounds following a confrontation at a residence on Press Drive.
The details
Surveillance footage captured Dewey pursuing 46-year-old Errol Cutno before the shooting occurred at a residence on Press Drive. Police investigators eventually identified Dewey after discovering a blood trail leading directly to his home.
Timeline
June 9, 2022: Errol Cutno was killed by Tyrone Dewey.
May 2026: A jury found Dewey guilty of manslaughter.
September 24, 2026: A judge sentenced Dewey to 17 years in prison.
November 10, 2026: A hearing is scheduled for habitual offender sentence enhancement.
Legal Context
This case proceeds under the framework of the Louisiana habitual offender law, which allows prosecutors to seek enhanced penalties for repeat offenders. The upcoming hearing highlights the state's procedural path to increasing standard sentencing ranges for convicted individuals.
The resolution of this case provides closure regarding the 2022 shooting on Press Drive. Residents should note that the legal proceedings regarding sentence enhancements remain active in the local court system.
The takeaway
Legal proceedings often involve multiple phases, including post-conviction hearings that can significantly alter final sentencing outcomes. Observers should monitor upcoming habitual offender filings to see how sentencing guidelines are applied to established criminal records.
What happens next
A hearing to determine if the defendant qualifies as a habitual offender, which could increase his minimum sentence to 20 years, is scheduled for November 10, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by NOLA.
