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Teen Pleads Guilty in Elevator Shooting | Seattle News
A teenage boy, Kaleb Prince Tramble, 15 at the time, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the fatal elevator shooting of 18-year-old Messiah Washington, who was shot multiple times. Video showed both teens armed; prosecutors say the other teen opened fire first, and Tramble later pointed his gun at the victim. Despite claiming self-defense, Tramble’s prior firearm history and mental health struggles—including autism, anxiety, and PTSD—were highlighted by defense attorneys. He apologized to the family before sentencing, and his mother urged the court to see his potential. Tramble will…
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