Man Who Paralyzed USC Student Pleads Guilty to Federal Gun Charges The 21-year-old Columbia resident who accidentally shot and paralyzed a 19-year-old USC student last fall appeared in federal court on Wednesday, February 19th, and pleaded guilty to federal gun charges. Michael Juan Smith faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted on the charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm, which is a federal offense. Smith faces several charges related to the accidental shooting of Martha Childress, a 19-year-old USC student who was in … [Read more...]
Federal Gun Crimes Trial Delayed for 5 Points Shooter
December 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Trial Involving Federal Gun Crimes Delayed at Request of 5 Points Shooter The federal gun crimes trial for the man who shot a USC student by accident in 5 Points two months ago has been delayed at his attorney’s request. The defense attorney for Michael Juan Smith, 20, said he needed more time to review the 5 Points surveillance footage because he received more footage than he expected. Assistant US Attorney Stacey D. Hayes agreed with the request. Smith faces several charges related to the accidental shooting of Martha Childress, a … [Read more...]
