Former WTKS/Orlando's Burke Sentenced to 6 Months

Former WTKS-FM (Real Radio 104.1)/Orlando midday host Shannon Burke pleaded guilty to a felony charge of cruelty to animals (for shooting his dog) and gulity to a misdemeanor charge of using a firearm while under the influence of alcohol on Friday. He was then sentenced to 6 months in prison and must begin his incarceration before December 31.

Burke told the court that he's sober and in therapy, reports the Orlando Sentinel. He also said that he had reconciled with his wife, who previously took out a protection order against him.

Burke was arrested last May on charges related to shooting both his wife and her dog. Clear Channel terminated Burke's contract after he was arrested. He was released on $25,000 bail, with orders to get psychological help and stay away from drugs, alcohol, guns and his wife.

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