Metz Gets Probation After Teen Shot | Denver News

Former Mountain View councilman Brent Metz got four years probation, 3 months work release, and 120 hours community service after being convicted of assault and illegal firearm discharge — sparking public outrage over the leniency, especially since the teen victim was shot in the face. The judge cited Metz’s clean record and a chaotic, accidental-looking sequence of events as key factors, while Metz’s lawyers are now pushing for a new trial, leaving victims in limbo as the legal battle continues. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aeea5e18aaa4ee8b