NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — More than four years after a Granby High School girl was murdered, a third person has appeared in court in connection with the crime.
17-year-old Asia Cowell was killed in 2020. Police believe she was lured to a Norfolk home, kidnapped, taken to Newport News, then shot and left in a wooded area.
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Three people have been charged in connection to the homicide.
On Monday in Newport News Circuit Court, Dazha Feaster pleaded guilty. Feaster is the sister of a man who was accused of raping Cowell. She was set to testify against him but never got the chance to take the stand.
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Feaster was just under 18 years old at the time of the murder. Judge Matthew Hoffman asked her, “Do you understand that this is a Class 2 felony and carries a minimum sentence of 20 years and a maximum sentence of life imprisonment if you are sentenced as an adult?” Feaster calmly responded, “Yes.”
Her sentencing is set for February 7, 2025.
Two others have been charged in connection with Cowell’s death. Devin Albritton received a 50-year sentence with 11 years suspended, bringing his time served to 39 years, according to court records. Albritton's wife, Crystal Kaiser-Albritton, was sentenced to life for the murder of Cowell.
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The Commonwealth’s Attorney told the judge Feaster has cooperated with law enforcement and was helpful with information regarding the Albrittons’ involvement.
Her attorney stated a doctor will testify at the sentencing regarding her psychological evaluation.
Asia Cowell's aunt, Tatina Cowell, did not attend the plea hearing; however, she has attended other court proceedings connected with this case. Monday evening, she sent News 3 reporter Angela Bohon a message reading, in part, "I understand that Feaster pleaded guilty which means she's taking responsibility and accountability, but the reality is that her punishment will never be equivalent to the pain she and her godparents left behind." She also indicated she would attend the sentencing.
