Where is Alexander Kozak now?

FORT MADISON, Ia. — A man convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison for the shooting death of a woman at a central Iowa shopping mall has been moved to the state’s maximum security prison in Fort Madision.

Who is Alex Kozak?

Alexander Kozak found guilty of first-degree murder in Coral Ridge Mall shooting. NEVADA, Iowa — Cheryl Farrington will take some solace knowing that the man who shot and killed her daughter last year inside the Coral Ridge Mall will spend the rest of his days in prison.

Was Alex Kozak married?

Kellie Kozak The wife of Alexander Kozak. She testified Thursday as a witness for the defense and spoke of her relationship with her husband.

What do we know about the Kozak case?

His family said Kozak was never violent until the shooting, and they were never concerned enough to get him any mental health treatment. They said he started to show signs of increasing frustration, anger and withdrawal. His mother and sister mentioned that he got married without telling them.

What happens if Kozak is not guilty of first-degree murder?

If he is found not guilty of first-degree murder, but guilty of a lesser charge, the jury’s decision will likely be based on the defense’s testimony Thursday. Those closest to Kozak testified, saying they began to notice a change in his personality.

What mental illness does Kozak have?

Dr. William Logan diagnosed Kozak with intermittent explosive disorder and borderline personality disorder. Combined, Logan said it could send Kozak into a rage where couldn’t think or control his emotions. “They’re very susceptible to imagine slights in relationships.

What did Kozak do to Farrington?

Prosecutors played a recording of Kozak, 23, following his arrest along Interstate 80 near Davenport. Kozak sounded calm as he told investigators how he drove home, got his gun and shot Farrington three times in the back inside the busy mall. “At the moment, I didn’t feel anything after I shot her.