Sentencing of Ethan Crumbley's Parents
Parents of Ethan Crumbley face sentencing for their roles in his shooting at Oxford High School in Michigan in 2021. Both parents were found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the shooting, where their son killed four students and injured seven others.
Key Points
- First parents of a school shooter in U.S. history to be tried for their child's crimes
- Ethan Crumbley pleaded guilty to a terrorism charge on top of murder charges
- Parents found guilty of involuntary manslaughter for their roles in the shooting
- Prosecutors seeking 10 to 15 years in prison for both parents
Pros
- Justice being served for the victims and their families
- Historic trial shedding light on parental responsibility in school shootings
Cons
- Tragic loss of life due to the shooting
- Failure to prevent the shooting by the parents