Reversed and remanded.
Mr. JUSTICE GOLDBERG delivered the opinion of the court:
After trial without a jury, Michael Shannon (defendant), was found guilty of attempt murder and sentenced to 5 to 15 years. He appeals and raises but one issue: his right to discharge under the statute implementing his constitutional right to speedy trial. Ill. Rev. Stat. 1973, ch. 38, par. 103-5.
Defendant was arrested on July 22, 1973, and has remained in custody since...
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