Two victims of sex abuse crimes — 16-years-old at the time of the 2020 incident — requested a settlement in James Darren Smith’s case so they could “break free” and
Dec 12, 2020
Kyla Burgess walks toward her family on Sept. 17 outside Carter County Courthouse, where they hold signs asking for justice in the death of Burgessâ 3-year-old son, James. (Photo provided by The Daily Ardmoreite) Photo provided by The Daily Ardmoreite
ENID, Okla. â Outside Carter County Courthouse in Ardmore, 25-year-old Enid native Kyla Burgess stands with her friends and family, demanding justice for the death of her 3-year-old son James.
The childâs father, James Darren Smith; aunt, Shannon Michelle Smith; and uncle, Frank James Smith, each were charged with one count of child abuse. Now, Shannon Smith and James Smith are both facing first-degree murder charges, according to an article from The Daily Ardmoreite.