Verdict and Sentencing
Carly Madison Gregg, a 15-year-old from , was found guilty of first-degree murder for the fatal shooting of her mother, Ashley Smylie, and attempted murder of her stepfather, Heath Smylie.
The jury, after deliberating for two hours, sentenced Gregg to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the murder and attempted murder charges, and an additional 10 years for tampering with evidence, to run concurrently.
Trial Details and Defense Claims
During the trial, surveillance footage played a crucial role, showing Gregg shooting her mother and attempting to ambush her stepfather upon his return home. The prosecution argued this demonstrated clear intent and awareness of her actions.
Gregg's defense team argued she was undergoing a mental health crisis, citing a psychiatrist who testified she was hearing voices and experiencing dissociation on the day of the shooting. They claimed her actions were not premeditated but a result of her mental state.