Former Alabama Basketball Player Darius Miles to Face Capital Murder Trial in December
Former Alabama basketball player Darius Miles is officially set to stand trial the week of December 1st, over two years after his arrest on capital murder charges. This is a significant moment in a case that has gripped college basketball fans and the Tuscaloosa community alike.
Back in January 2023, Miles was removed from the University of Alabama’s basketball roster following his arrest in connection to the tragic death of Jamea Harris, a young woman who was fatally shot near the university campus. The alleged incident took place during a violent encounter where Miles is accused of providing the firearm used in the shooting.
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Prosecutors claim that Miles handed the weapon to his friend Michael Davis, who was involved in an altercation with Cedric Johnson, Harris’ boyfriend. During that encounter, gunfire was exchanged and Harris—who was sitting in the front passenger seat of Johnson’s Jeep—was struck and killed by a bullet. Since then, Miles has been held without bail in the Tuscaloosa County Jail.
Earlier this year, Davis stood trial for his role in the incident. He was found guilty of capital murder and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. That outcome puts increased focus on the upcoming trial for Miles, who, if convicted, would face the same penalty. While the prosecution has removed the possibility of the death sentence for both defendants, the charge of capital murder still carries the harshest available punishment under Alabama law: life without parole.
Tuscaloosa County District Attorney Paula Whitley confirmed that a plea deal was offered to Miles, though the terms were not publicly disclosed. As of now, Miles has not accepted the deal and appears prepared to fight the charges in court.
It’s a grim turn for someone who once had a promising basketball career. Miles appeared in 53 games with the Crimson Tide, including two starts, before his life took this unexpected and devastating direction. The case has sparked conversations around violence, responsibility, and the influence of college athletes' actions beyond the court.
As the December trial date approaches, all eyes will be on the courtroom in Tuscaloosa. What happens there will not only determine Miles’ future but also continue to impact the lives of everyone touched by this tragic event.
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