OLYMPIA, Wash. – Two teenagers in Olympia, Washington have been sentenced for the murder of a man in Pierce County. The crime has been described as “horrific and deliberate” by officials. The teenagers, aged 17 and 16, were convicted of first-degree murder for the killing of the 22-year-old man in November 2020.
The victim, identified as Ethan McCarty, was found dead with gunshot wounds in a wooded area. Authorities believe that the teenagers lured him to the location with the intention of robbing him. The motive for the crime was described as a robbery gone wrong.
During the trial, the prosecution argued that the teenagers had planned the murder in advance and deliberately orchestrated the robbery that led to the victim’s death. The teenagers were tried as adults and both sentenced to 14 years to life in prison. The judge also ordered them to pay restitution to the victim’s family.
The family of the victim expressed their grief and devastation in court, emphasizing the impact of the crime on their lives. The judge condemned the teenagers’ actions, describing the murder as a senseless and tragic loss. The sentencing serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of violent crimes in communities.
The teenagers will now serve their sentences in prison for the murder of Ethan McCarty, bringing a sense of closure to the family as they grieve the loss of their loved one. The community continues to grapple with the shock and sadness caused by this horrific and deliberate crime.