While testifying, James Dean admitted he shot Augustine "Jay" Velasco in the stomach last July but claimed it was in self-defense. He said Velasco came after him and that's when he pulled the trigger.
Dean claimed the shooting was in self-defense.
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Dean is facing at least 40 years to life in prison.
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