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Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Yahoo
Grosse Pointe teen enters guilty plea as juvenile in 100 MPH fatal crash that killed passenger
The Brief The driver in a fatal crash that killed an 18-year-old in Grosse Pointe Farms in 2023 has entered a guilty plea, charged as a juvenile. The now 17-year-old driver who was going 100 miles per hour in a 25 MPH zone has been given an adult designation. The adult designation allows the judge to sentence the defendant as a juvenile, or as an adult, or create a blended sentence with the option of imposing an adult sentence of there is no rehabilitation. FOX 2 - A Grosse Pointe teen charged in the fatal crash that killed his 18-year-old friend, has entered a guilty plea Friday. The driver, now 17, is not being charged as an adult, but has been adult designated, allowing the judge to be flexible in giving the sentence. The backstory The crash killed Grosse Pointe resident Flynn Mackrell on Nov. 17, 2023 in Grosse Pointe Farms. A police report had the 2021 BMW X3 going 100-plus miles an hour in a 25 MPH zone when the teen driver hit a lamp post with the vehicle, it flew in the air, flipped, and hit a tree. The driver was found belted behind the wheel, and the victim, Mackrell, unresponsive, belted into the passenger seat at the crash site in the area of Ridge and Moran roads. The juvenile entered a guilty plea to manslaughter with a motor vehicle with an adult designation. He will be sentenced on June 6, 2025, at 9 a.m., before Judge Michael McClorey. The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office said that the adult designation allows the judge to have the option of sentencing the defendant as a juvenile, or as an adult, or to fashion a blended juvenile sentence with the option of imposing an adult sentence if the juvenile is not rehabilitated. The suspect had been charged as an adult with second-degree murder. Related: Mother of Grosse Pointe teen killed in high-speed crash wants driver's parents charged Mom of Grosse Pointe teen won't be charged after high-speed crash that killed 18-year-old There was a push from Mackrell's family to have the driver's parents charged. Worthy explored that option deciding against filing charges due to lack of evidence. She added thatthe teen's mom tried to curb her son's behavior. The Source Information for this story was taken from a release by the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, the police report, and the family of Flynn Mackrell.
Associated Press
27-01-2025
- Science
- Associated Press
Gerald Mackrell Explores Life's Ultimate Questions in New Book ‘Know, Trust, Abandon'
TORONTO, Ontario, Canada, Jan. 27, 2025 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Gerald Mackrell, a lifelong seeker of spiritual truth, invites readers on a deeply personal journey of faith, reflection, and exploration in his latest book, 'Know, Trust, Abandon' (ISBN: 978-1779623188). Mackrell's thought-provoking work delves into humanity's perennial question: 'Is there any meaning to life, or am I merely part of an elaborate accident that occurred millions of years ago?' While science offers a plausible framework with theories like the Big Bang, Mackrell probes deeper, addressing the spiritual dimensions that science often leaves untouched. With the curiosity of an aging Christian and the reflective wisdom of years, he examines lingering doubts and faith teachings to uncover profound insights into life's physical and spiritual realms. A machine tool fitter by trade, Mackrell spent much of his life working in the steel industry. After retiring, he turned to writing as a form of personal exploration and expression. His debut book, published in 2008, marked the beginning of a literary journey that continued with contributions to his church bulletin. Now, with 'Know, Trust, Abandon,' Mackrell shares his deeply personal reflections and discoveries with a broader audience. In 'Know, Trust, Abandon,' Mackrell offers readers a heartfelt narrative that combines philosophical inquiry with Christian teachings. His honest and approachable style encourages readers to contemplate their beliefs and the mysteries of existence. From reflecting on the past to navigating the complexities of faith, this book provides a unique perspective for those seeking deeper meaning. Through reflections, Mackrell wrestles with the contrast between the scientific explanation of life and the spiritual. He examines the wonder of the cosmos, the precision of life-sustaining conditions on Earth, and humanity's unique intellectual and creative abilities. He invites readers to ponder the origins of life and the possible purpose behind existence, weaving these reflections into a compelling narrative of faith and curiosity. 'Know, Trust, Abandon' is now out through Tellwell Publishing and available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Indigo and more. BOOK SUMMARY: Title: 'Know, Trust, Abandon' Author: Gerald Mackrell Genre: Religious Released: December 4, 2024 Buy Link: Paperback ISBN-13: 9781779623188 Hardcover ISBN-13: 9781779623195 Ebook ISBN-13: 9781779623201 Publisher: Tellwell ( NEWS SOURCE: Author Gerald Mackrell Keywords: Books and Publishing, Know, Trust, Abandon, Author Gerald Mackrell, new book, Religious, Christian teachings, origins of life, TORONTO, Ontario This press release was issued on behalf of the news source (Author Gerald Mackrell) who is solely responsibile for its accuracy, by Send2Press® Newswire. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed. Story ID: S2P123636 AP-R15TBLLI
