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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

"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|
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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|
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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|
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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Landmark Trials: Impact of Michigan School Shooter's Parents' Verdict on Parental Responsibility"

Karen McDonald, the prosecutor in the landmark trials of James and Jennifer Crumbley, the parents of the Oxford High School shooter, spoke out about the decision to charge and convict them with involuntary manslaughter. McDonald emphasized the importance of holding parents accountable for their children's access to firearms and hopes the trials bring closure to the families of the victims. The precedent set by these convictions and the shooter's terrorism charges could prompt future changes in addressing the trauma and scars left by mass shootings.

via CBS News|
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crime1 year ago

"James Crumbley Found Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter in Oxford High School Shooting Case"

James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford High School shooter, has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter for not safely storing the gun used in the shooting and not addressing his son's mental health needs. The jury's verdict comes after a week-long trial and follows the earlier guilty verdict for his wife, Jennifer Crumbley. Prosecutors argued that James Crumbley's negligence contributed to the tragic events at Oxford High School, while the defense maintained that he was unaware of his son's access to the gun and intentions.

via CBS News|
#crime#involuntary-manslaughter#james-crumbley
crime1 year ago

"Oxford High Shooting: Key Testimonies and Gun Law Implications"

Prosecutors in the trial of James Crumbley, father of the Oxford High School shooter, strategically presented emotionally grueling evidence, including a video of the shooting, leaving the courtroom in tears. The defense argues that the father did not give his son access to the gun used in the shooting, citing a journal entry. The prosecution also showed a clip of the Crumbleys' arrest and presented photos of the shooter's rooms. The trial continues with the prosecution expected to rest its case soon.

via Detroit Free Press|
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crime-and-justice1 year ago

"James Crumbley's Trial: From DoorDash Runs to Jailhouse Threats"

The second day of the trial for James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford High School shooter, featured key moments including details about Crumbley's movements on the morning of the shooting, the number of shots fired inside the school, the debate over the use of a cable lock for the handgun, text messages about the horse barn, and a video showing Crumbley shouting "I love you" to his son. The prosecution is focusing on establishing Crumbley's actions and potential responsibilities leading up to the tragic event.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|
#crime-and-justice#defense#james-crumbley
crime1 year ago

"James Crumbley's Jailhouse Threats and DoorDash Past Haunt Oxford Shooting Trial"

Prosecutors in the involuntary manslaughter trial of James Crumbley argue that he failed to take a break from his DoorDash job on the day of the shooting, which could have led him to discover that the gun his son used was missing. The prosecution portrayed Crumbley as a neglectful father who bought his troubled son a gun and failed to secure it, while the defense maintained that he was unaware of his son's plans. Testimony also included details about the shooter's troubling texts and social media posts, as well as emotional accounts from witnesses at the school. The trial continues with uncertainty about whether James Crumbley will testify.

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

"Oxford High School Shooter's Father Faces New Accusations and Testimonies in Trial"

Prosecutors in the involuntary manslaughter trial of James Crumbley, the father of the Oxford High School shooter, are emphasizing his failure to stop at home on the day of the 2021 shooting despite driving past it multiple times and being aware of concerning information. They argue that he missed opportunities to prevent the massacre, including not checking on the family’s firearms after a meeting where his son's violent worksheet drawings were discussed. Prosecutors allege that Crumbley was aware of his son's deteriorating mental health and had purchased a handgun for him, making the shooting preventable and foreseeable.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|
#crime-and-justice#involuntary-manslaughter-trial#james-crumbley
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Jury Seated for James Crumbley Trial in Michigan School Shooting Case"

A jury has been officially seated for the trial of James Crumbley, who is charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter for the Oxford High School shooting. The jury selection process concluded with the seating of the jury, and the trial is set to begin on Thursday. Both the defense and prosecution teams used their peremptory challenges during the selection process, with the defense using seven of their eight challenges. The potential jurors were questioned about their ability to be fair and impartial, their views on gun ownership and responsibility, and their knowledge of the case.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|
#crime-and-justice#involuntary-manslaughter#james-crumbley