Teen Pledges No Contest, Avoids Jail | California News

An Oklahoma teen, just 19, faced decades in prison for alleged sexual assault and strangulation of two former girlfriends—but instead of jail, he pled no contest and got rehab, counseling, and community service. Body cam footage of his arrest went viral, sparking national attention. One victim, 18-year-old Kate Sweeney, says the trauma reshaped her life and hopes her story helps others stay safe. His charges were later downgraded to “youthful offender,” shocking the victims. Now, a new DA wants federal review, while Kate files a civil suit—believing justice wasn’t served criminally, but she’s determined to raise awareness. 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/abd6bad83ca7f8f2