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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Audio Reveals Threatening Jail Calls and Victim Families Speak Out: Should Parents Be Held Responsible for Children's Crimes?"

James Crumbley, father of the Oxford school shooter, made threatening calls from prison, targeting prosecutor Karen McDonald and vowing to ruin her career. He called himself a "martyr" for his prison sentence and compared it to military service, while also making derogatory remarks about McDonald. Crumbley is currently serving a 10 to 15 year sentence for enabling his son's deadly 2021 shooting.

via The Daily Beast|
#crime-and-justice#jail-rant#james-crumbley
crime1 year ago

"Michigan School Shooter's Father Claims Martyrdom and Threatens Prosecutor in Jail Calls"

James Crumbley, father of the Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley, refers to himself as a "martyr" in jail calls and expresses anger towards the prosecutor. He was sentenced to 10-15 years in prison for involuntary manslaughter. His defense attorney argued that he did not physically threaten the prosecutor. James also apologized to the victims' families but claimed that the "whole truth" had not been told. The shooting occurred after Ethan's parents failed to act on warning signs and left him at school, where he carried out the attack.

via Fox News|
#crime#james-crumbley#michigan
crime1 year ago

"Oxford School Shooter's Father Threatens Prosecutor in Jailhouse Calls"

James Crumbley, father of school shooter Ethan Crumbley, made threatening and profanity-laced remarks in a prison phone call, calling himself a "martyr" and vowing to take down the prosecutor. He blamed the school for his son's actions and showed no remorse, claiming he was fighting for everyone else's freedom. Crumbley and his wife were sentenced to 10-15 years in prison for their son's 2021 shooting at Oxford High School, while Ethan, now 17, received a life sentence after pleading guilty to 24 charges.

via New York Post |
#crime#ethan-crumbley#james-crumbley
crime1 year ago

"Parental Responsibility: Examining James Crumbley's Threatening Jail Calls and Gun Failures"

Audio recordings of jailhouse calls made by James Crumbley, convicted for his role in the Oxford High School shooting, were released, revealing alleged threats against the Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald. The calls, dating back to 2022, include rants about seeking revenge and making McDonald look bad. The prosecutor's office filed a police report about the calls in March, seeking an investigation into harassment and threats. Crumbley's lawyer maintains that he was venting frustrations, not making physical threats. Crumbley started his 10-15 year prison sentence after being convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the shooting.

via Detroit Free Press|
#crime#jailhouse-calls#james-crumbley
crime1 year ago

"Parental Accountability: Jail Calls and Sentencing in Oxford Shooting Case"

Jail calls from James Crumbley, who was sentenced for involuntary manslaughter in connection with his son's mass school shooting, were released, revealing his expletive-laden threats towards Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald. Crumbley's attorney claims he was venting frustrations, not threatening McDonald, while prosecutors argue the calls contained physical threats. The calls span 15 months and include Crumbley expressing anger and frustration over the lack of investigation by the prosecution. Both James and Jennifer Crumbley were sentenced to 10 to 15 years in prison, the maximum sentence they could receive by law.

via Detroit News|
#crime#involuntary-manslaughter#jail-calls
crime1 year ago

"Oxford School Shooter's Father Threatens Prosecutor in Profanity-Laced Jailhouse Calls"

James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford school shooter, made profanity-laced threats against the prosecutor in jailhouse phone calls, expressing his belief that he is a martyr and vowing to take her down. He ranted about the lack of investigation before their charges and blamed the school for the tragedy, using multiple expletives throughout. The prosecutor had previously stated that James views himself as a martyr, and the jailhouse tapes provide insight into his mindset following the sentencing of him and his wife.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|
#crime#jailhouse-phone-calls#james-crumbley
crime1 year ago

"Michigan High School Shooter's Parents Sentenced to Prison for Involuntary Manslaughter"

James and Jennifer Crumbley, parents of the Oxford High School shooter, have been sentenced to 10-15 years in prison for involuntary manslaughter after their son killed four students and injured seven others in the 2021 shooting. They were the first in the U.S. to be held responsible for their roles in a school shooting. The prosecution argued that the shooting was preventable and that the parents ignored their son's mental health needs and bought him the gun used in the shooting. Victim impact statements were given during the sentencing, with family members expressing their grief and requesting the maximum sentence for the parents.

via CBS News|
#crime#gun-violence#involuntary-manslaughter
crime1 year ago

"Prosecutors Release Threatening Jail Calls from Crumbley Parents"

The threatening jail calls made by James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford High School shooter, against Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald have been released ahead of his sentencing, where the prosecution is seeking 10 to 15 years in prison for both him and his wife. Crumbley's calls show a lack of remorse and responsibility, with him making explicit threats and claiming he had no knowledge of his son's actions. The prosecution deems his request for time served as a "slap in the face" to the victims and their families.

via CBS News|
#crime#involuntary-manslaughter#james-crumbley
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Prosecutors Seek 10-15 Years in Prison for Crumbley Parents Over School Shooting"

The prosecution has released jail calls in which James Crumbley allegedly threatened Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald, seeking a stiff prison sentence for him in connection with the 2021 Oxford High School shooting carried out by his son. Crumbley's jail calls show him blaming others and making derogatory remarks towards McDonald. He has shown no remorse and continues to deny responsibility for his actions, despite gifting a gun to his son and failing to secure it effectively. Crumbley is scheduled to be sentenced along with his wife, Jennifer, who was also convicted in connection with the shooting.

via Detroit Free Press|
#crime-and-justice#jail-calls#james-crumbley
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Threats and Testimony: Inside the Crumbley Case"

James Crumbley's attorney Mariell Lehman speaks publicly for the first time since his client's conviction for involuntary manslaughter in the Oxford High School shooting case, expressing sympathy for the victims' families and the community. She explains why Crumbley didn't testify, emphasizing his right to remain silent and stating that he feels terrible for the tragedy. The attorney also addresses the relationship between Crumbley and his son, and the lack of awareness regarding the shooter's mental health crisis. Additionally, she discusses the proffer letters given to school officials and mentions receiving threats during the case. Both James and Jennifer Crumbley will be sentenced on April 9th, facing up to 15 years in prison.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|
#crime-and-justice#involuntary-manslaughter#james-crumbley
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Threats and Tensions: James Crumbley's Alleged Intimidation of Prosecutor in School Shooting Case"

Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald remains undeterred in her fight for the victims' families of the Oxford High School shooting, despite receiving threats of physical violence from James Crumbley, the father of the shooter. Both parents were convicted of involuntary manslaughter for failing to secure the gun used in the shooting. McDonald emphasized her commitment to prosecuting and advocating for the victims, while also addressing the steps taken to ensure safety in court. She also expressed her ongoing support for the Oxford families and confirmed that threats made by James Crumbley are being reviewed.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|
#crime-and-justice#james-crumbley#oakland-county-prosecutor
crime1 year ago

"Alleged Threats and Testimony: James Crumbley's Trial Unfolds"

James Crumbley, the father of the teenager who carried out the Oxford High School shooting, allegedly threatened the Oakland County Prosecutor in a jailhouse call, leading to restrictions on his communications during his manslaughter trial. He was convicted of four counts of involuntary manslaughter for his role in the shooting, while his wife was convicted of the same charges earlier. They are the first parents to be convicted of manslaughter for a school shooting carried out by their child. The prosecution argued that they were grossly negligent in allowing their son access to a gun and ignoring signs of his deteriorating mental health.

via CNN|
#crime#james-crumbley#manslaughter-trial
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"School Shooting Verdict: What's Next for Crumbley Parents?"

James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford High School shooter, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in connection to the deadly November 2021 shooting, facing up to 15 years in prison. The mother of one of the victims, Justin Shilling, expressed that justice was served and emphasized the importance of holding the school accountable and focusing on governmental immunity. The prosecution and family members of the victims also spoke out, highlighting the significance of accountability and addressing gun violence in the aftermath of the tragic event.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|
#accountability#crime-and-justice#involuntary-manslaughter
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Legal Precedent Set as Crumbley Parents Found Guilty in Michigan School Shooting Case"

The jury foreman in the James Crumbley trial revealed that the key issue for him in convicting the father of the Oxford school shooter for involuntary manslaughter was how the gun was stored, emphasizing the importance of securing firearms. He also mentioned the impact of the father's reluctance to get his son help for mental health struggles and the disturbing journal entries and drawings by the shooter. The foreman reflected on the emotional toll of the trial and expressed hope that the verdict would send a message about parental responsibility in gun storage. James Crumbley faces up to 15 years in prison, while his wife, Jennifer Crumbley, also convicted of involuntary manslaughter, will be sentenced on the same day.

via Detroit Free Press|
#crime-and-justice#gun-storage#involuntary-manslaughter
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Oxford School Shooting: The Crumbley Convictions and Legal Precedent"

Both James and Jennifer Crumbley were found guilty on four counts of involuntary manslaughter for their roles in their son's mass shooting at Oxford High School. Despite the similarities in the trials, they took different paths to get there. Jennifer testified in her own defense, pushing blame onto her son, husband, and the school, while James declined to testify. Jennifer's trial focused on her knowledge of her son's mental health issues, while James' trial spotlighted his firearm safety practices. The trials also differed in their legal defense strategies, with Jennifer providing a lengthy digital trail of her thoughts and feelings, while James did not. They face up to 15 years in prison and are set to be sentenced next month.

via CNN|
#crime-and-justice#james-crumbley#jennifer-crumbley