Involuntary Manslaughter Conviction
Michelle Carter was charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with the death of her boyfriend, Conrad Roy III. Prosecutors argued that her words and actions caused his death.
Role of Text Messages
Court records showed Carter sent hundreds of text messages encouraging Roy to return to his truck, where he had died from carbon monoxide poisoning. Prosecutors cited these messages as evidence of criminal responsibility.
Legal Outcome and Appeal
Carter was convicted in 2017 and sentenced to 15 months in jail. Her conviction was upheld by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, which ruled that her conduct was reckless and contributed to the death. For case details, see the official court record at mass.gov.
