Oroville, California – Asaahdi Coleman, a 23-year-old man from Sacramento, was found guilty of second-degree murder and attempted murder with gun enhancements for a shooting incident on a Greyhound bus in Oroville in 2022. Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey disclosed in a news release that Coleman, described as a Sacramento gang member, was also acquitted of three counts of attempted murder.

During the trial, Coleman’s defense attorney argued that his unspecified mental illness hindered his ability to form intent to kill, claiming that he was firing at people in front of him without intending to kill them. Ramsey stated that Coleman faces a potential sentence of up to 74 years to life in prison, with eligibility for parole after 25 years under California’s 2019 Youthful Offender Parole law.

The shooting incident on February 2, 2022, resulted in the death of 43-year-old Karin Dolton and injuries to an 11-year-old girl, a 25-year-old pregnant woman, a 32-year-old man, and a 38-year-old man. Coleman will be sentenced by Judge Corie Carraway at 8:30 a.m. on May 31.

The tragic event shook the community of Oroville, leaving one person dead and several others wounded. The trial shed light on the impact of mental health issues in criminal cases, sparking a debate on how the justice system handles such complexities.

Coleman’s conviction serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of gun violence and the importance of addressing mental health concerns in society. The legal proceedings offered insights into the challenges faced by both the prosecution and the defense in navigating a case involving such serious charges.

As the community continues to grapple with the aftermath of the shooting, the upcoming sentencing of Coleman will be a crucial moment in seeking justice for the victims and their families. The court’s decision will determine the length of Coleman’s imprisonment and the potential for rehabilitation within the correctional system.