Video - Texting Tragedy: The Michelle Carter Case

In the summer of 2014, a heartbreaking event unfolded when 18-year-old Conrad Roy III was found dead in his truck from carbon monoxide poisoning. Initially perceived as a tragic suicide, the case took a sinister twist upon the discovery of text messages from his girlfriend, 17-year-old Michelle Carter. She had repeatedly urged Conrad to take his own life, even instructing him to "get back in" when he hesitated and left his vehicle. This led to a groundbreaking trial where Michelle was convicted of involuntary manslaughter, based solely on her text messages. The case ignited nationwide discussions about the power of words and the extent of responsibility one can bear for another's actions through digital communication. Michelle served an 11-month sentence and was released in 2020.