Ethan Crumbley, the now 17-year-old gunman responsible for the deadly Oxford High School shooting in Michigan, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The decision came after emotional testimonies from grieving families and survivors.
A Tragic Day Remembered
On 30 November 2021, Crumbley, then 15, opened fire at his school, killing four students and injuring seven others. The attack sent shockwaves across the US, reigniting debates about gun control and school safety.
Judge's Stern Rebuke
During sentencing, Judge Kwamé Rowe delivered a scathing assessment of Crumbley's actions, stating: "You chose not to die on that day because you wanted the notoriety. The court sees no hope for rehabilitation."
Families Confront the Killer
Victims' relatives addressed Crumbley directly in court. Nicole Beausoleil, mother of slain student Madisyn Baldwin, told him: "While you were pleading for your life, you made sure my daughter didn't have hers."
Legal Battle Over Parental Responsibility
Crumbley's parents face separate trials for involuntary manslaughter. Prosecutors allege they ignored warning signs and bought their son the murder weapon as a Christmas present.
This case marks one of the rare instances where parents have been criminally charged in connection with a school shooting committed by their child.
