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Accident – Death – Obituary News : OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. – The sentencing hearing for the Oxford High School shooter, who pleaded guilty to 24 felony charges, including first-degree murder and terrorism causing death, began on Friday, Dec. 8. The shooter faces the possibility of life in prison without parole.
During the hearing, survivors, victims, and others impacted by the shooting will be allowed to give victim impact statements. Due to the number of people expected to speak, the hearing could last for hours, days, or even weeks.
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The tragic events unfolded on Nov. 30, 2021, when a shooter opened fire at Oxford High School at 12:51 p.m. The police responded quickly and apprehended the shooter. Four students, 14-year-old Hana St. Juliana, 16-year-old Tate Myre, 17-year-old Madisyn Baldwin, and 17-year-old Justin Shilling, were killed. Shilling was pronounced dead the following day. Six students and one teacher were injured in the shooting.
The 15-year-old shooter, a sophomore at Oxford High School, was charged as an adult with one count of terrorism causing death, four counts of first-degree murder, seven counts of assault with intent to murder, and 12 counts of possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony. He made his first appearance in court on Dec. 1, 2021, where a not guilty plea was entered, and he was denied bond. He was transferred to the Oakland County Jail.
It was revealed that school officials had met with the shooter’s parents on the morning of the shooting due to concerning behavior. However, police were not aware of any potential warning signs until after the incident. Charges of involuntary manslaughter were later filed against the shooter’s parents, James and Jennifer Crumbley, who were taken into custody on Dec. 4, 2021, after a search. They pleaded not guilty to all four counts of involuntary manslaughter.
Since then, there have been several court appearances and hearings for both the shooter and his parents. The shooter waived his right to a preliminary hearing and his case was sent directly to trial. The parents’ request for a bond reduction was denied, and they remain in custody with a bond of $500,000 each.
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In October 2022, the shooter pleaded guilty to all charges during a pretrial court hearing. His parents filed appeals with the state Supreme Court to strike down the charges against them. However, the prosecutor’s office made it clear that they expected the shooter to plead guilty to all charges.
The sentencing hearing, which began on Dec. 8, 2022, will determine the fate of the shooter. The judge will consider victim impact statements and the shooter’s age during the sentencing. A special Miller hearing was held on July 27, 2023, to determine how the shooter’s age will play a role in his sentencing.
The community of Oxford marked one year since the shooting on Nov. 30, 2022, honoring the victims and reflecting on the tragedy. Defense attorneys for the shooter’s parents have requested a lower bond, arguing that they are not a flight risk.
The hearing will continue as the prosecution and defense present their arguments. The sentencing decision will ultimately determine the fate of the shooter and bring some closure to the community impacted by this tragic event..
