People v. Kincaid

Defendant was charged with, and found guilty by a jury of, three counts of first-degree murder, MCL 750.316; MSA 28.548, two counts of assault with intent to commit murder, MCL 750.83; MSA 28.278, and possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony, MCL 750.227b; MSA 28.424(2). The brutal murders for which defendant now stands convicted occurred when he was just 16 years old. He now faces life imprisonment.

After defendant’s arrest, he was taken to the Wayne County Youth Home, and proceedings were initiated in juvenile court. Five days later, before any hearing could be held, he escaped,…