Oxford High School shooter sentenced to life without parole

The families of Michigan's Oxford High School shooting victims watched as the man who carried out the attack in 2021 was sentenced Friday to life without a possibility of parole by Oakland County Judge Kwame Rowe. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins CBS News with more on the sentencing, and Kyla Peeples, a CBS News associate producer, reports on the hearing.
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[@heatherwooten51321]

This judge was outstanding!

[@Dr.DisrespectFan918]

biased asf but luckily biased on the correct verdict

[@mkate1947]

@@Dr.DisrespectFan918bias in what way?! He stated FACTS.

[@ytb3748]

@heatherwooten51321 He can't speak proper English though

[@Chris1200923]

@@ytb3748 you need your ears checked lil bro he spoke absolutely perfect english the entire video. in fact he didn’t even stutter once. yall find a way to hate on everything lmfaooo

[@islandprepperone]

Shocked to see such a young judge. Bravo young man!

[@missjazz1010]

I held onto every single word the judge said. He is an incredible speaker and everything he said held such weight and truth. The monster in that orange jumpsuit deserves the future he made for himself for doing such a horrible thing.

[@anniebroadbent7961]

What a powerful summary by this judge, encompassing all the key points; the planning, the crime itself and the trauma inflicted.

[@danwinter20]

I ain’t never seen a judge with waves before 💯

[@Moonewitch]

Now see...😂😂🤦🏾‍♀️

[@MarioJones]

Big facts.😂😂

[@dr.barrycohn5461]

Waves, ain't never...?

[@redfootedbear]

Waves so nice it will make u sea sick 🤫🤫🤫

[@unikabaker8380]

🌊 👌🏾

[@chaytonhurlow840]

He couldn't even face his judge. What a coward.

[@Lonewolf1997dark]

He gone be facing fleece Johnson now 😊

[@chipchelios]

​@@Lonewolf1997darkfleece got out a few months ago

[@SOUNDTHEALARM-jk5ub]

​@@chipchelios Yeah but Big Juicy is still in.🍿😂

[@chipchelios]

@@SOUNDTHEALARM-jk5ub lol

[@SOUNDTHEALARM-jk5ub]

@@chipchelios 🍑😂

[@janetlebron8827]

It’s sad that this young man refuses help.. his malice.. is unimaginable!! This young man, chose his path, with plenty of time to turn around.. but he wanted to be known.. so it is seen, said, heard.. by parents, classmates.. is enough to give you chills and anxiety..

[@indicasativa8542]

Kudos to the Judge!

[@hiddenswan857]

We need more black judges

[@Woodman-Spare-that-tree]

Their colour is more important than their brains?

[@Abess95]

@@Woodman-Spare-that-tree to the left, race and identity trumps all

[@assassincreed670]

Here the sentencing 6:23

[@briansside9668]

Bro thank you

[@tonyhunter3759]

I only wish that the judge would have added the he couldn’t profit from any media interviews or from any books or movies made concerning this tragic event.

[@franciswyvern]

What makes you think that would ever be a thing? For anyone in Prison.

[@MissNebulosity]

@@franciswyvernyou dont know that prisoners can and do DO that?

[@adorabledeplorable5105]

Exactly .

[@cropcircle5693]

The only counter argument i see to this is that, yes, he can make money. But then he is immediately open to easy civil suits from victims families. Unwinding the right and wrong in that timeline is complicated and ultimately disappears into philosophical musings.

[@gamingbutter5768]

Does michigan have the Son of Sam laws? I don't know much about it

[@mlee40738]

Ethan looks like he's been eating quite well in jail

[@ingridcolello4632]

I noticed that too. He's huge!

[@mlee40738]

@@ingridcolello4632 Remember how skinny and scrawny he was at the time of the shooting? So nice that taxpayers are feeding him so well.

[@Theresa89]

I was thinking how bigger he has gotten . But, that’s prison food all bloated with no substance . Jeffery Williams aka YSL is the same .

[@Mezog001]

He is trying to avoid getting a prison daddy.

[@mlee40738]

@@Mezog001 Maybe. Ha. Good luck with that, Ethan. (Not.)

[@jeris33]

Americans have a visceral reaction to anything to do with guns. You make one suggestion to them that maybe flooding their communities with firearms isn't the best way to create a safe society, and immediately they're like, "Facist! Facist! Alamo! Alamo!"

[@Thezaza1101]

They're so brainwashed.

[@abraham92268]

This judge is awesome . I liked the way he paid attention to details as well as how he pointed out facts , His accent is fascinating and attractive, also his speech content is full of good grammar.

[@Roma-SRyan]

the way racists go abive and beyond to defend this manis wild

[@aimeehilzjanelle]

*Well spoken, Judge!!...Thank You!!* 🖤 ...as a parent (as harsh as it may sound/seem) I don't think I could support my child after they pulled an incident like this... 🤬 No....just NO. 🚫 *My condolences to the victims, & their families..* 🖤🥀🕊

[@maryhupf4915]

So sad. He asked for help. His parents ignored his cry. He took responsibility and we pray for his victims. Now it's the parents turn.

[@AdamWest-qp3yp]

You’re delusional..this is part of why people aren’t having kids anymore.. you can’t blame another aka parents for someone’s choices who has free will. I wasn’t raised right with few friends. I’m out of school and never once thought of doing this.

[@gracejohnson2186]

​@@AdamWest-qp3yp His parents ignored the warning signs.......

[@automatic5]

​@@gracejohnson2186whatever he was going thru would never ever justify his actions or reasonings to commit this terrorist act.

[@AdamWest-qp3yp]

@@gracejohnson2186 alright? They still aren’t responsible for him doing anything regardless of what they did or didn’t do. That holds zero weight of culpability

[@gracejohnson2186]

@AdamWest-qp3yp I totally disagree. When they saw the warning signs, they should have sought professional advice. Instead, they left a loaded gun he had access to.......

[@JuneSheelerKeith]

This is an awesome judge... Your delivery on everything was great... Thank you for life in prison for this young man... he knew what he did... he knew it was wrong...

[@amberlynne1033]

Well he's not voting next year. 🎉

[@NocturnalWolf83]

😂

[@Bwekfest]

Or the next election or the next one or the next one or the ne.........

[@janewright315]

Depriving people who are still part of society-like it or not- of their right to vote for representation is not a flex

[@VanityDivined]

@@janewright315do you feel good about yourself saying something so stupid?

[@janewright315]

@@VanityDivined better than you implying something asinine

[@catharinasimms4588]

It must be so hard to be a Judge in a case like this. He was an incredible judge.

[@clodaghc6986]

Im too young to be the Judge's parent. But if I was his parent I would be so so proud. This case is mental, way too many school shootings

[@thisguy73]

Now do the parents who were gleeful they got him a gun

[@Boutys_mom]

Apologies if I missed this, but what about the parents??! Weren't they ones who GAVE him the gun... knowing he had obvious mental health type issues?! There were so many signs there, yet they allowed him to get worse and worse... just an awful situation. --- ahh, finally, they mentioned the scumbag parents at the last 5 minutes. Ugh.

[@solidrock7998]

I had the same questions. I was literally just about to ask until I saw your original comment and the update. Thanks!

[@wizardofahhhhhhz]

They have their own separate cases related to this incident

[@seattlewa8500]

The parents have each been charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter.

[@debralewis6437]

They’re in jail.

[@Roma-SRyan]

the way u racists tey n defend whyte crimnals.

[@kerryhorwitz4093]

The judge was very wise, I thought.

[@lh8956]

And THAT’S how you sentence the young monsters of society!!!!!! LEARN FROM THIS JUDGE. Stop giving young people that commit horrible crimes, chances to get out and enjoy life.

[@kinkle_Z]

The parents should get life... not the mentally ill 15 year old!

[@ferox965]

They all do. Kid planned it and knew what he was doing.

[@Ian_L1994]

They don't like murderers in prison.

[@Theresa89]

Where would you like them ?

[@Ian_L1994]

@@Theresa89 Lol.

[@Kinghuncho31]

Why everyone looks sad he getting life 🤷‍♂️ pick your head up like when you was killing those people

[@kathrindoll6903]

This child parents failed him, they took his bad behavior as a joke instead of teaching him right from wrong. The poor child wish he has disciplin in his life, that is why he thinks he is bad but it's because his parents failed him.

[@mbryanf]

Sooo… how the hell can you sit there and court as a public defender and try to make a case for this guy? How would you look at yourself in the mirror each night?

[@DaciaProject]

No possibility of parole under 18?

[@deborahfox8782]

Horrific murders … evil incarnate parents who enabled this mentally damaged son to go on a murderous shooting spree, shattering so many lives is just unfathomable and horrendous. 😔

[@lylarose2696]

The parents also need to go to jail for life without the possibility of parole.

[@jeffvalentine9947]

I think they are.

[@goldfishonthefloor44]

They are !

[@gosnooky]

What a completely avoidable waste of five lives.

[@cindyhitson9367]

My Prayers go out to the Families!

[@Woodman-Spare-that-tree]

He probably did it because he wanted to be famous but in a couple of years’ time, nobody will remember him. What a waste.

[@jasonhenderson863]

This is so so sad for all parties involved. As I watch so many stories on the news, I'm want to Cautioned everyone. America is doomed!!!

[@agentxyz]

If i were his lawyer, instead of rubbing his shoulder like she did, I would whisper "i'm so glad you got the life sentence you deserve, but unfortunately you won't last long in jail."

[@jeffvalentine9947]

Is she an attorney or a public defender?

[@juniordixie9489]

Yea I would add Bubba will give you a nice welcome at 3am

[@AVISIONMUSICTV]

His lawyer can't do anything for him.

[@newsteps3876]

Absolutely senseless!!!!!

[@levarcheatham9586]

The judge has nice waves in his hair

[@ingridcolello4632]

It seems Ethan Chumbley wants life in prison. To keep from it happening again at his hands!

[@disastermaster1413]

His name is Ethan Chumpley

[@Estellbel1968]

Did the parents get arrested also for not saying anything about what he was going to do they need to be punished

[@jeffvalentine9947]

They’re in prison.

[@isblessed5785]

That murderer doesn’t care! For some reason I wouldn’t be surprised if his parents/families are relieved he’s out of their house! Dude looks like a bully but as he sits in prison with the aged inmates he’ll realize he’s not so bad after all…bye hope you repent and learn about the Lord Jesus Christ and accept Him Savior and Lord!

[@adorabledeplorable5105]

Amen .

[@jeffvalentine9947]

His parents are just as off the wall as he is. They are in prison as well.

[@alphaj9]

Life is a looong time at that age.

[@MissNebulosity]

I really need to know what the parents are gonna get

[@sandyunderpants4376]

What can they get? They already had a successful son.

[@mauvemouse9259]

They are in big trouble. It’s obvious they intend to make an example of them.

[@LoudmouthReviews]

@@sandyunderpants4376 They could serve up to ten years if convicted

[@sandyunderpants4376]

@@LoudmouthReviews Convicted of what? Buying a gun for a teenager? Hunter Biden lied on his gun application too and Democrats treat that like a joke.

[@andrewtinker8509]

What does that mean?

[@LaurieMarieValdezRNCCRN]

OMG WHY???

[@stevemorse108]

America has to regulate gun ownership if it is not too late because there are millions of guns out there.

[@ronniemoore9289]

If Democrats could just control themselves, shootings would literally drop 90%

[@ferox965]

It won't happen. After Sandy Hook was condoned and supported by Republicans, the gun debate ended. They got what they wanted.

[@shipwreck8847]

It's not so much the school's responsibility. It's the parent's responsibility. And also the individual. People are passing the blame game around. Who to blame? Maybe the shooter himself?

[@bennerebe]

Jesus, you tell a kid his life is completely over and in the next sentence you're worried about 30 bucks? And what was all that consecutive consecutive consecutive? Surely we can do better than this.

[@robertward8035]

Somebody gonna get a new girlfriend 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@caitlink9374]

Does the kid look up even once the entire time? I didn’t watch the entire thing..

[@jennnnnnxno]

no he didn't! only to speak to the judge

[@eddie11949]

He will repentant in prison. God is so patient with us.

[@SassyCathy1968]

Thank you 🙏🏼 Justice for the victims ❤

[@smorris281]

I thought you’re supposed to lose weight in jail, not gain weight. LOL

[@renee_ghostin]

Could be medication or pills ??? For his mental being

[@AM-xe4iq]

He should be forgotten forever.

[@moriahpalmas5264]

And yet God will not forget anyone. Specially if we don’t repent from all our sins no matter how big or small they are.

[@melissaahlers5615]

Are his parents still in prison?

[@richardlowe9379]

Guy is a lame no one remembers they guy 2 years later picture in 20 a forgotten fool smh

[@pharaohmedjaylawofmedjay2680]

A Black Judge So Awesome Very Very Awesome Great Job We As Humans Need to Teach Our Children Better Please

[@Abess95]

You need to be taught grammar. And why does everything have to be about race? The judge happened to be black, congrats.

[@kuroneko7022]

@@Abess95 Black people can say what they want about each other because racists stereotype them. If you get offended because a Black person comments on another Black person that’s your problem. No crime was committed. I never hear people ask, “why is it always about race” when people make disparaging remarks about Black people - why don’t you speak up then? But let someone Black commends another Black person and you have a problem. Typical.

[@Abess95]

Professional crying lib right here@@kuroneko7022

[@Abess95]

@@kuroneko7022 sorry princess, I’m not offended. Go be someone else’s victim.

[@Whipcream133]

⁠@@kuroneko7022I do agree on how people disparaging remarks part of your comment but race has nothing to do with this situation. People died because of this POS so bringing up race is completely unnecessary to this whole situation. The lawyer could’ve been a completely different race and it still wouldn’t have any affect on this case. It’s about the brain not the race

[@joeydurborow5670]

What about his parents? Are they gonna be sentenced for their role in all this in enabling Their murderous monster son to do this?

[@djmacattack]

American kids just being kids.

[@gymjoedude]

Where do people learn this type of hate. Fox News, Church and the Republican party. We need to change the attitude about what guns are. We can solve all of this with respect for guns and that they are used for hunting and self defense only, not to prove how macho you are. The right wing ads only ferment this lack of respect for guns.

[@christinfranklin1333]

Honey you are not lying... not just talking about our country have you not checked out the temperature of the comments between people from different countries... it's like everybody has a reason to dislike everybody... and when you begin to ask how did it get like this.. the only logical answer is these politics this terrible media we have that only covers whatever the person who's padding there pocket wants... the news didn't used to be so opinionated.. all they did was report the facts and it's up to the viewer to decide how they feel about everything .... but now they are literally trying to tell us how to feel about everything .... and also the thick tension between different races of citizens from our own country has gotten ridiculous especially the last couple years... it's just too much and it's so scary to think of what this could bring in the future

[@theonlycaulfield]

I doubt he was involved with any one of those things.

[@jaymudd2817]

Second Amendment is for protection from Tyrannical Government.

[@recabitejehonadab2654]

Correction , left spreads hate.

[@disastermaster1413]

You’re confusing him with vile rottonmouse

[@catharinasimms4588]

How can anyone defend that monster 🤬🤬🤬

[@jamesnapier955]

Have fun in jail ethan

[@Estellbel1968]

Every thing the judge was awesome no rehabilitation will not help these monsters and the parents are responsible also not only these kids are going to continue copy cat one another if the parents don’t get the same treatment arrested and put in prison

[@adorabledeplorable5105]

Good luck “ Scooter “ .

[@eddie11949]

Evil exists.

[@moriahpalmas5264]

Since Cain killed Abel. That was the first murdered.

[@mrhead6856]

Uhhhh that lawyer looks like lurch lol

[@rosebud88]

😂😂

[@What8610]

Stop showing this and giving him the notoriety he wants.

[@johndoles3713]

I’m sure the public deterrence will fix the situation. This will never happen again.

[@lynfawcett221]

Evil people...

[@teresanorman3607]

So very sad for all. No winners

[@bennerebe]

My God, he's just a baby. I'm so sad for everyone. This is just terrible all around.

[@lovecommentary561]

“he’s just a baby” oh yeah? so were the people he killed

[@marshaloiscamillephilpotts6406]

Ethan Crumbley isn't a baby he was 15 years old when he committed his crime he was old enough to know right from wrong and he knew what he was doing, he plan his crime and deliberately executed the crime too and I have no sympathy for him I have sympathy for the victims and he deserves to spend the rest of his life in prison too.

[@lovecommentary561]

@@marshaloiscamillephilpotts6406 totally agree

[@AA-bm3hf]

What baby does this????????

[@THEhorihito]

Some babies are monsters.

[@Linusdmc]

I agree with the Judge, good work. My personal opinion is the parents are not responsible for Ethan.parents are just as messed up as there product they made.

[@pasco4435]

Evil at it finest. Always looking stupid and crying when they get caught. 😡😡😡😡

[@HillsVEVO]

Lol he’s gonna be forgotten in a couple years. Can’t believe people think they’re gonna be famous over this, it’s so common nobody cares

[@WickedLobstah978]

Life without parole has been ruled out by the US Supreme Court for persons under the age of 18. I don't know why this judge would issue that sentence "without parole" at the end of it. This case will be resentenced. Not saying he doesn't deserve to be there forever, but the Supreme Court already ruled on this. Unless this was recently ruled differently in the SCOTUS, under law, that sentence can't stand.

[@lindsayo9702]

The Supreme Court ruled that there are rare exceptions where a juvenile can be sentenced to life without parole. Look up the ruling.

[@THEhorihito]

​@@lindsayo9702Yup. And I expect this will be upheld.

[@TrayDuece14]

He gon get it in jail. Should of went out like a G. Now hes gona rott in prison

[@pauldimaranan8187]

Crumbley would also be in death row soon so as his parents!!!!

[@uputaualeaupepe7463]

Please Judge be more tougher on yours Evil Guns Law ..😭💔

[@mkay3310]

What's the point of giving them credit for time served, when it's life without parole? 😕Also what's the penalty for violating the terms of the sentence?

[@adorabledeplorable5105]

Semantics

[@SeniorPirates13]

It’s for posterity, because in theory he could appeal and attempt to have a sentence reduced. I don’t know how Michigan law works in this case but that is typically why it is done.

[@Petersonmgee]

It’s the law, genius. He served those days, why wouldn’t he legally get credit? Are you mental?

[@mkay3310]

Ah, indeed, the wisdom of our legal labyrinth never ceases to amaze. Here I was, naively pondering the cosmic irony of counting days in a sentence that spans eternity. But, of course, it's all about the principle, isn't it? Credit where credit is due, as they say-even if it's akin to offering a lifetime supply of ice cream to someone who's lactose intolerant. How silly of me to question the profound logic that ensures every day counts, even when 'life without parole' seems to make counting moot. Truly, an oversight on my part, a blip in my otherwise flawless logic. Thank you for elevating my understanding with your, shall we say, 'enlightened' perspective."@@Petersonmgee

[@adorabledeplorable5105]

@@Petersonmgee Does sound like you are bro .

[@feleciaclemons5074]

That judge looks to be the same age as the shooter!

[@Naynaydaddygirl91]

That judge is fine!!!!

[@Linusdmc]

Why DNA testing

[@narojamir9356]

I am crying for Ethans life

[@sandyunderpants4376]

Does anyone know his lawyer's only fans account name?

[@Woodman-Spare-that-tree]

😂

[@ronniemoore9289]

Right? Lol

[@THEhorihito]

I believe it's "bang_that_gavel_daddy" but I could be mistaken.

[@HarryHolland-fc8kh]

Whos fault the moms or the dads

[@franciswyvern]

mommy and daddy did nothing wrong (sarcasm) they are free to replace the son the threw under the bus. Maybe they will give this child a gun too and say things "don't get caught XD" as well

[@ferox965]

Mom, Dad and kid.

[@HarryHolland-fc8kh]

@@ferox965 its the dad

[@robertwilcox6760]

In china when you get life its for real not fun and games prison time like america watching tv and playing video games which is what he wanted to do in the first place

[@MellissaBoomeroftheNight]

Knowing the difference between right and wrong and being able to stop yourself or distinguish what's reality are two different things. I believe in punishment and keeping society safe. I think we should have humane, criminal mental institutions with minimum stays. One still exists in California. The drummer who co-wrote the classic rock hit "Layla" is there for deleting his mom in the 80s.

[@susanborkenhagen58]

He is a psychopath and it is in his mind and body. His parents are sociopaths. He can not get better, no amount of therapy or medications will fix him long term. His parent could change if they really wanted to and worked hard at it with therapy 4 times a week may help, but not much.

[@maloperverso8118]

They couldn't give Him the Death Penalty!? 🤔

[@kevinkevin4985]

Michigan can't. The Feds can.

[@theonlycaulfield]

Michigan was the first state in the US to abolish the death penalty. It was abolished there in the 1800s. Edit: Kevin is spreading misinformation below. Michigan has never used the death penalty. The execution of Tony Chebatoris in 1938 was federal and was carried out at a federal facility. His execution was not up to the state of Michigan. Michigan abolished the death penalty in 1846 and has never reinstated it. The 1963 ban had nothing to do with the 1938 execution, and was simply an additional ban on executions for treason, which had never been used.

[@maloperverso8118]

@@theonlycaulfield 😯

[@kevinkevin4985]

They last usied it in 1938 and amended their constitution to ban it in 1963@@theonlycaulfield

[@DP-hy4vh]

The other inmates will take care of that. They don't like child killers in prison.

[@israelvillarreal1907]

He pretty much got a death sentence with those peeps in jail. Have at him

[@wizardofahhhhhhz]

He definitely can’t say that they haven’t been feeding him 😳😳

[@sandrageter5221]

2 Fat cops & 1 normal weight cop. Sad. But, this is a sad statement on how little is expected of our police officers.

[@andrewtinker8509]

I think violent shooting video games are part of the problem. Kids are playing violent games for hours, this is effecting their mental development and stunting their maturity. I just can’t figure out why a young person would want to commit such a horrible crime?

[@Fabio-bu9bp]

Boomer

[@3and12chara]

Bait bait bait bait bait

[@Theresa89]

Do video games display torture of animals and baby birds ?

[@mojo500100]

andrewtinker don’t pay any attention to the haters. You’re absolutely right, violent games do contribute to the rise in violence among young people.

[@janewright315]

​@mojo500100 this has been debunked ad nauseum

[@MarieLuvsNate]

😮

[@DP-hy4vh]

They're going to have fun with him in prison.

[@yourname5566_1]

Was he on anti depression drugs?

[@franciswyvern]

no

[@hackthis1767]

My wish is to cure not for greed but for our people i could of chose any of the sins but I choose us if you bottleneck my connection the ecc of my blood redirects alternatives quantified manifestation connected to the internet"20mhz" to output cross corrected neurological interpretation My quark is reverse engineering my sign is Cusp of Christ and my mind is split like ying and yang i am your cross dominance yet you crucify my warning " doomed animals cursed to repeat history tempo is what i see" my eyes reflect your heavens and this will cascade your hell"

[@hackthis1767]

Tell me what your legion is and I'll explain why a Jack of trade's is more intimidating than IT

[@hackthis1767]

what does this mean.. i ask ai by loop backing my voice like and amazon Alexa and it creates a qubit conversion to speak to aws give the most logical explanation like chatgtp last word in the sentence will compile a dump sequence for the cache this remainder teeters reality depending on the equinox via delta wave data bus

[@kinkle_Z]

This is why I was the rare person (the only person?) who said that 17 yr. old Kyle Rittenhouse was not to blame for the deaths in Kenosha, WI in 2020. HIS ELDERS and parents who put that powerful weapon in his hands were to blame, but the parents walked away scot-free! I hope this trial will change that precedent. Those high schoolers would still be alive if Ethan's parents had acted responsibly!

[@ryanloughran8223]

He wasn't to blame he got off on all counts

[@speedingatheist]

@kinky_Z Rittenhouse defended himself from a violent mob. They got appropriate feedback. He and his parents are not to blame, you 🤡