Shoals teen indicted for murder of 13-year-old denied youthful offender status
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - A 17-year-old indicted for the murder of a 13-year-old in Florence has been denied youthful offender status.
In July 2025, Cameron Phinizee was indicted for the shooting death of 13-year-old Ryland Calvert.
Calvert was shot and killed during what investigators say was a robbery in March 2025.
Investigators believe Phinizee and Calvert were attempting to rob a man at an apartment complex when the shooting happened.
They say the shooter, who has not been identified, arrested or charged, was acting in self-defense.
A grand jury found probable cause to believe that Phinizee is legally responsible for the death of Calvert.
Phinizee was indicted on Felony Murder. He was released on bond with the condition of wearing a GPS ankle monitor.
In September, a judge denied the application, meaning Phinizee will be tried as an adult.
At this time, his next court appearance has not been determined.
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