News

‘Affluenza’ Teen Ethan Couch Has Been Released From Jail

“Affluenza” teen Ethan Couch, 20, has been released from jail after serving almost two years for killing four people.

He was released before his 21st birthday on April 11, according to the sheriff’s office he will remain under strict probation supervision.

Couch had originally avoided jail time because a psychologist testified on his behalf claimed the spoiled life his parents Fred Couch and Tonya Couch gave him lead to his irresponsible behavior. The psychologist coined the term “affluenza,” which has sparked controversy around the country.

Coach received 10 years probation but was allegedly seen violating his probation in a video of people playing beer pong. His probation had a ban on alcohol and driving, even though no action was taken against him when the video went viral and then he and his mother fled to Mexico. The pair were caught and his mother was charged with felony for hindering the apprehension of a felon. Since he violated his probation, Ethan was sentenced to serve two years in jail.

After his release on Monday, it’s unclear where Couch will go. His mother is still serving jail time for violating her bond after she was convicted for helping him flee to Mexico.

His lawyers Scott Brown and Reagan Wynn said in a statement, “Ethan does not wish to draw attention to himself and requests privacy so he may focus on successfully completing his community supervision and going forward as a law-abiding citizen.”

Raven Haynes

Share
Published by
Raven Haynes

Recent Posts

Lorde Prepares For 2025 ‘Ultrasound’ Tour – Setlist & Ticket Info

Lorde will be joined on select dates by artists The Japanese House, Chanel Beads, Empress…

5 hours ago

After Trump Is Reminded He Called Sean Combs ‘A Good Friend,’ Rapper 50 Cent Vows To Stop President From Pardoning Him

Rapper 50 Cent vowed to stop President Donald Trump from pardoning Sean Combs. During a…

5 hours ago

Sir Ian McKellen Set To Open ‘Twelfth Night’ Adaptation With All Trans & Non-Binary Cast

Lord of the Rings star Sir Ian McKellen is set to open Trans What You…

6 hours ago

Disneyland Plans To Bring Walt Disney Alive As Animatron – Despite Protests From His Family

The July 17 debut of Walt Disney – A Magical Life will coincide with Disneyland’s…

11 hours ago

Prince Harry Considers Changing His Famous Surname – And Taking Late Mother Diana’s

Mountbatten-Windsor is the British royal family’s official surname used by some descendants of the late…

11 hours ago

Ben Stiller Reacts To Pat McAfee’s ‘Weird’ Commentary At Knicks-Pacers Game

Ben Stiller said sports analyst Pat McAfee had “weird” commentary at a basketball game. The…

12 hours ago