Young offenders

After much thought, I've decided to write a column on youth offenders.
The recent cases where the two teens will be tried as adults helped in my decision-making. Both are 15 years old. Corenza Kelly was indicted in February on one count of first-degree murder for allegedly killing Myoung Ran Ellis during an armed robbery. The other teen, Demarcus Thomas, faces a second-degree murder charge in connection with the killing of Arnina Miles Hill.
If convicted, each teen will serve a life sentence.
Here’s some information to share:
Since October 2005, more than 15 juveniles have been transferred from the Caddo Juvenile Detention Center to be tried as adults. Charges include armed robbery, aggravated burglary and first- and second-degree murder.
From Jan. 1-March 14 of this year, almost 300 youths have been admitted to the detention center, the youngest being 10 years old.
I’ll have more information as my column develops and I do more research and interview more people.