Ethan Crumbley’s mom convicted of 4 counts of involuntary manslaughter
OAN’s Abril Elfi
11:09 AM – Tuesday, February 6, 2024
The mother of the Michigan school shooter, Ethan Crumbley, has been found guilty on four counts of involuntary manslaughter.
On Tuesday, Jennifer Crumbley was read her guilty verdict after the teenager accused his parents of failing to help him prior to the 2021 attack where Crumbley took the lives of four students at Oxford High School.
After deliberating on the case for ten hours, the 12-person jury, six men and six women, came to a decision in Oxford, Michigan.
The judge thanked the jurors for their work on what she described as “the hardest things you’ve ever done” after the verdict was read.
Following the announcement of the verdict, two police officers put Crumbley in handcuffs and led him out of the courtroom.
The prosecution argued that Jennifer is responsible for the deaths of the victims because she was “grossly negligent” by gifting her son a gun and failing to provide him with the proper help for his mental health issues.
“It’s a rare case that takes some really egregious facts,” Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald said in closing arguments on Friday. “It takes the unthinkable, and she has done the unthinkable, and because of that, four kids have died.”
According to evidence revealed in the courtroom, the teen had a journal where he described his plan to shoot up the school. He also wrote that his parents would not listen to his pleas for help.
“I have zero help for my mental problems and it’s causing me to shoot up the … school,” Ethan Crumbley, then 15-years-old, wrote in his journal. “My parents won’t listen to me about help or therapist,” the boy said, adding that he would spend his life in prison and that “many people have about a day left to live.”
When Jennifer took the stand last week, she stated that she “would not have done anything differently.”
During her trial, it was also revealed that Jennifer was having an affair with a married firefighter before the shooting and that she told her lover that she had ‘failed miserably’ as a parent after the tragic event.
Her lover, Brian Meloche, then responded with “you didn’t do this” and told her to be careful since the “FBI is involved.”
“Be careful of anything you type on messenger or text,” he wrote later. “The FBI is involved, they can access anything and everything.”
Jennifer claimed that on the day of the shooting, she and her spouse were unable to bring Ethan home because they were both employed.
However, Meloche testified that she told him she could leave work early that morning to meet with him.
He went on to say that they usually had their covert rendezvous in the parking lot across from her place of employment in the mornings of workdays.
The mother’s case has revolved around a meeting that took place a few hours prior to the shooting between the school administration and the Crumbley family.
Ethan’s school advised that he seek assistance as soon as possible, but the Crumbley’s refused to take him home because they had to go back to their jobs. Their son continued to attend school, and he later pointed a gun at other students from his backpack.
The Crumbley’s are the first parents in the United States to face charges related to a child-perpetrated mass shooting at a school. In March, James Crumbley, 47, will appear for his own trial.
The 17-year-old entered a guilty plea and is currently serving his sentence of life in prison.
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How does Jennifer Crumbley’s extramarital affair and the concerns about potential illegal activities surrounding it further call into question her ability to provide a stable and caring environment for her son
In a school. This case has sparked a national conversation about parental responsibility and the role it plays in preventing such tragic incidents.
The guilty verdict against Jennifer Crumbley highlights the seriousness of her negligence and the impact it had on the lives of four innocent students. The prosecution argued that Jennifer’s actions, or lack thereof, directly contributed to the deaths of these victims. By gifting her son a gun and failing to address his mental health issues, she failed in her duty as a parent to protect and nurture her child.
During the trial, evidence emerged that painted a disturbing picture of Jennifer’s indifference towards her son’s cries for help. It was revealed that Ethan had written in his journal about his plan to carry out the attack and his frustration at his parents’ refusal to listen to him. He expressed his feelings of desperation and warned of the impending tragedy that would unfold. Yet, Jennifer chose to ignore these cries, insisting during her testimony that she would not have done anything differently.
Furthermore, it came to light that Jennifer was engaged in an extramarital affair with a married firefighter. This additional revelation further calls into question her ability to provide a stable and caring environment for her son. Her lover’s warning about the FBI’s involvement raises concerns about potential illegal activities surrounding the affair and adds another layer of complexity to the case.
The defense attempted to shift blame onto the school administration, arguing that they should have taken more decisive action in dealing with Ethan’s troubling behavior. However, the fact remains that it was Jennifer’s responsibility as a parent to prioritize her child’s well-being and seek the necessary help for him. By dismissing the school’s concerns and refusing to take Ethan home when advised, she effectively turned a blind eye to the warning signs, with devastating consequences.
This case serves as a wakeup call for parents across the country. It reminds us that we have a crucial role to play in our children’s lives, particularly when it comes to their emotional and mental well-being. It is essential to listen to our children, take their concerns seriously, and seek professional help if needed. Neglecting these responsibilities can have catastrophic consequences, as seen in the tragic events at Oxford High School.
As the first parents in the United States to face charges related to a child-perpetrated mass shooting, the Crumbleys’ case poses important questions about accountability and the need for stricter gun control measures. It is a stark reminder that preventing such horrific incidents requires a collective effort from parents, schools, and society as a whole.
The verdict against Jennifer Crumbley sends a powerful message about the urgent need for parents to prioritize their children’s well-being. It serves as a reminder that neglecting this responsibility can have devastating consequences for all involved. As a society, we must learn from this case and take the necessary steps to ensure the safety and mental well-being of our children. Only then can we hope to prevent future tragedies like the one that unfolded at Oxford High School.
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