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A Point Breeze man who went on a spree of hit-and-runs, killing a Center City chef and injuring 5 others, to spend decades in state prison

Kareem Welton pleaded guilty to third-degree murder, attempted murder and related offenses. His attorney said the system failed to address his mental health and drug abuse. A judge wasn't swayed.

Kareem Welton is led out of a courtroom in the Montgomery County Courthouse on Thursday after being sentenced to 45-90 years in state prison.
Kareem Welton is led out of a courtroom in the Montgomery County Courthouse on Thursday after being sentenced to 45-90 years in state prison.Read moreVinny Vella/ Staff