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Prosuction Failures:
His actions could be construed as felonious assault, brandishing a weapon, or even attempted murder depending on what follows. Lauren Wickman did not add any additional charges for the other victims who witnessed and experienced this violence. Please also note in this video that Eric Parrotta takes off his thick gloves, to take out his phone so he can start recording Jacob, because Jacob says he records every interaction with my father (yet produced none of that in court) Jacob did not appear to feel threatened when Eric was reaching into his pocket. It's almost important to note that Jacob never told arriving officers he believed Eric Parrotta had a firearm, that accusation didn't come until 13 months later. If you watch the video you will also hear that Jacob said Eric could go sit in the truck, but it never got that far.
Around the 2 minute 40 second mark in the visible video here Eric made a homophobic comment. The context behind that is, that his son (me) is gay, and was in his own way trying to defend me, the Cronick family has had an issue with that for quite some time for unknown reasons, and didn't want me around my nephew. Jacob had an anal sex toy delivered to my sisters house on accident, when she contacted Jacob he promptly went to her house to pick it up. In my opinion this is a pretty advanced toy. We just found it a little hypocritical due to it being an anal play toy, and I want to make it clear I do not care what men do in the privacy of their own home, but yet him and his family do.
🔍 Minute 0:00–1:00 — Behavioral Analysis
Jacob Cronick (brown jacket):
From the first frames, Jacob positions himself at the center of the conflict. His posture is squared and forward-facing, indicating he is prepared for confrontation.
He walks directly toward Eric Parrotta, and the tension quickly escalates.
Within seconds, Jacob initiates physical contact by grabbing and lifting Eric, forcibly slamming him against a truck. This is a deliberate act of domination and force, not defensive behavior.
His tone (if audio is available) is likely aggressive given his body language.
Importantly, Jacob was not cornered or physically threatened before this physical act, which undermines claims of self-defense.
Eric Parrotta (black coat, near truck):
Initially passive, standing against the vehicle with relaxed posture.
Does not raise his hands or take a stance indicating intent to strike.
After being thrown, Eric stumbles and regains footing but does not retaliate. His body language is non-combative, and he withdraws slightly.
Cody Richards (neon green):
Enters rapidly from the left side shortly after Jacob throws Eric.
Appears to intervene physically to protect or separate parties.
His arms are outstretched defensively — he does not appear to attack Jacob but tries to control the situation.
Cody’s demeanor shows urgency but not escalation.
John Parrotta:
Begins moving into the scene from the right.
He approaches with his body turned slightly sideways — a common peacekeeping or mediating posture.
His actions suggest a desire to intervene but not instigate.
Alexandria Parrotta (blue jacket):
Appears midway through the minute.
Moves quickly but does not initiate contact. Stands by Eric after the slam.
Emotionally reactive but not physically threatening.
Bystanders/Others:
Several individuals on the periphery do not escalate or intervene immediately, possibly out of shock.
No weapons are visible at this time, and no one besides Jacob exhibits physically aggressive actions.
⚖️ Legal Use of Force Evaluation (0:00–1:00)
Under Michigan law:
Deadly force may only be used if:
The person honestly and reasonably believes they are in imminent danger of death or great bodily harm;
The force is necessary to prevent that harm;
The person is not engaged in illegal activity and is somewhere they have a legal right to be.
Key Legal Observations:
Jacob was the aggressor. He initiated unprovoked physical violence.
Eric did not threaten or strike Jacob prior to being assaulted.
There was no visible weapon on Eric or any threatening behavior from anyone in that first minute.
Jacob did not retreat or attempt de-escalation — instead, he intensified the situation.
Therefore: Jacob's use of force at this stage was unlawful. He cannot claim Stand Your Ground or Castle Doctrine protections because:
He initiated the physical conflict;
There was no imminent threat of death or great bodily harm;
His use of force was not proportional.
🧠 Summary
Jacob Cronick’s behavior was aggressive and initiatory.
Eric Parrotta’s behavior was passive and non-threatening.
Stand Your Ground does not apply here because Jacob was the aggressor.
Any use of deadly force following this initial aggression will be heavily scrutinized based on continued escalation, retreat options, and proportionality.
🔍 Minute 1:00–2:00 — Behavioral Analysis
Jacob Cronick (brown jacket):
Jacob appears to retreat momentarily after the initial scuffle, creating the impression that he’s withdrawing.
However, this is followed by a re-engagement — now visibly more aggressive and with a sense of urgency.
At approximately halfway into this minute, Jacob draws a firearm from his coat.
He begins moving forward with his weapon in hand — displaying threatening posture toward multiple individuals, including Cody Richards and Alexandria Parrotta.
He knocks Cody down, appearing to push or strike him while armed.
Jacob then pushes Alexandria to the ground, using his arm and gun in a threatening manner. She poses no physical threat and appears shocked.
His movement is deliberate and forceful — advancing, not defending.
Eric Parrotta:
After being thrown in the previous minute, he remains against the truck or very near it.
He does not engage Jacob in any visible way during this segment.
At no point is Eric shown making verbal or physical threats.
His posture is that of a wounded or stunned observer, not an aggressor.
Cody Richards:
Stays involved physically but shows no weapon or indication of initiating violence.
His action is more defensive — either shielding others or trying to push Jacob back.
Is knocked to the ground by Jacob, who is now brandishing a firearm.
John Parrotta:
Steps between Jacob and the others, particularly near the moment when Jacob is armed.
His body posture is protective, arms slightly out, clearly trying to block or buffer the danger.
Shows tremendous restraint; he is directly in front of the firearm and does not retaliate.
Alexandria Parrotta:
Gets directly involved in the melee for a brief moment — perhaps to protect a family member.
She is violently shoved to the ground by Jacob, who is holding a gun at this time.
Her body language is reactive, frightened, and clearly non-threatening.
Other Individuals:
Voices off-camera or nearby seem to be shouting or panicking, suggesting the scene is escalating dramatically.
Nobody else appears armed or acts with aggression.
⚖️ Legal Use of Force Evaluation – Minute 1:00–2:00
At this point, Jacob Cronick:
Has already initiated the conflict;
Is now armed and physically pushing people aside with the gun;
Is advancing, not retreating;
Is threatening unarmed individuals who pose no imminent threat to life.
Under Michigan law:
This constitutes unlawful escalation of force.
A person claiming self-defense must show that deadly force was necessary to prevent imminent serious harm or death — not to control, intimidate, or retaliate.
Jacob had multiple opportunities to disengage, but instead chose to re-engage with increased force.
Michigan's Stand Your Ground statute does not protect someone who escalates a conflict or uses disproportionate force on people who are not threatening them with serious harm.
🧠 Summary
Jacob Cronick’s behavior in this minute becomes dramatically more dangerous and clearly unjustified under the law.
He wields a firearm against non-aggressive individuals, pushes multiple people, and continues to advance rather than retreat.
His actions could be construed as felonious assault, brandishing a weapon, or even attempted murder depending on what follows.
🔍 Minute 2:00–3:00 — Behavioral Analysis
Jacob Cronick (brown jacket, armed):
This minute captures the culmination of his armed advance.
Jacob continues to move forward with his firearm raised, shifting his direction toward the area where Eric Parrotta is standing/leaning.
His aim becomes more deliberate — not a deterrent posture, but offensive.
He passes John Parrotta, who is visibly trying to buffer the situation, and deliberately aims at Eric.
The shot is fired. Eric is struck and collapses.
Jacob continues moving forward even after the shot, suggesting he is not firing from a position of imminent fear, but rather in continuation of an aggressive pattern.
He does not retreat immediately after the shooting and maintains visual control of the scene — suggesting tactical control rather than fear-based reaction.
Eric Parrotta:
During this minute, Eric’s hands are not raised, he is not charging, and he makes no movement that would justify deadly force.
He is largely stationary or slightly backing toward the truck.
He is shot despite being non-threatening at the time of discharge.
John Parrotta:
Demonstrates exceptional courage by stepping between Jacob and others, arms partially extended in a blocking or peacekeeping gesture.
He is not armed, does not strike Jacob, and is clearly trying to de-escalate or protect.
His presence between Jacob and the intended target underscores that Jacob had physical barriers and time to stop before firing.
Alexandria Parrotta:
After being shoved, she is still on or near the ground.
Not engaged physically at this point and is clearly not a threat.
Her position underscores how non-combative the group is relative to Jacob’s escalating aggression.
Cody Richards:
Still recovering or repositioning from being shoved earlier.
Not physically engaging Jacob during this minute.
⚖️ Legal Analysis – Minute 2:00–3:00
Jacob Cronick discharged a firearm at an individual who:
Was not posing an imminent threat;
Was not advancing or attacking;
Was already standing still or backing away;
Was being protected by another unarmed individual (John).
This presents an exceptionally weak self-defense claim under Michigan law.
Key legal failures in Jacob’s justification:
Proportionality: There was no threat that justified deadly force.
Immediacy: Eric posed no immediate risk.
Reasonableness: A reasonable person in Jacob’s position, facing a man who is not attacking, would not believe their life was in danger.
Opportunity to Retreat: While not required under SYG, Jacob had many opportunities to withdraw and chose to re-engage repeatedly.
Firing in this context could lead to charges such as:
Attempted murder (if Eric survived, which he did)
Assault with intent to commit murder
Felonious assault
Use of a firearm in commission of a felony
🧠 Summary
Jacob escalates to lethal force without a justifying threat.
He acts with deliberation, continues advancing after the shot, and targets someone who is unarmed and disengaged.
All observed behaviors in this minute indicate an unlawful and aggressive use of deadly force.
Jacob Cronick:
After firing the shot, Jacob remains standing in a dominant position with his firearm.
He continues to point the weapon in the direction of others — this maintains a threatening posture rather than one of withdrawal.
Jacob does not immediately offer aid or call for help; instead, he appears to survey the scene, pacing slightly, which shows that he feels in control — not fearful.
No visible signs of panic, remorse, or fear are exhibited — more so, a sense of maintaining authority with the firearm.
He eventually starts to walk away, still with firearm in hand, showing he’s exiting the scene not in a retreat of fear, but seemingly after completing his “objective.”
Eric Parrotta:
Is now on the ground following the gunshot from the previous minute.
No motion is visible, or if there is any, it is minimal — consistent with someone who has been seriously injured or incapacitated.
Eric posed no further threat, and his condition underscores how avoidable the shooting was.
John Parrotta:
Attends to Eric, checking on his condition or standing nearby.
Still unarmed and fully focused on the aftermath — not retaliatory.
He embodies a protective role, not a combative one.
Alexandria Parrotta:
Seen regrouping near Eric or John, emotionally distraught.
Possibly calling out or attempting to get help.
Shows no aggression at all — the scene is dominated by shock and fear, not hostility.
Cody Richards:
May be either regrouping or attempting to help others.
No physical aggression from Cody, only reactive behavior and protective positioning.
Other Bystanders:
Begin to converge or circle the scene, some with hands visible and clearly not posing threats.
No weapons are seen from anyone besides Jacob.
⚖️ Legal Analysis – Minute 3:00–4:00
At this point, deadly force has already been used, and the continued armed intimidation becomes relevant in terms of additional legal exposure:
Continued Crimes:
Brandishing a weapon after the threat has been neutralized;
Felonious assault if the gun is pointed at others unnecessarily;
Failure to render aid or leaving the scene of a violent felony.
Jacob had time and space to:
Disarm himself,
Call emergency services,
Render aid,
Explain his actions to law enforcement.
Instead, he continues to project dominance, prolonging the fear in others without any indication that he believed a further attack was coming.
His conduct here is not consistent with a self-defense mindset; it’s consistent with an intentional act followed by control and evasion behavior.
🧠 Summary
Jacob Cronick continues threatening behavior after using deadly force.
No further threats are present. The situation is fully de-escalated except for Jacob’s armed presence.
His actions increase his criminal liability, supporting possible charges of:
Aggravated assault,
Felonious use of a firearm,
Potential attempted murder or assault with intent if Eric survived.
🔍 Minute 4:00–5:00 — Behavioral Analysis
Jacob Cronick:
In this minute, Jacob begins to physically distance himself from the scene.
He is still holding the firearm, walking with a brisk pace but without the frantic or panicked motion typically seen in someone reacting to a chaotic threat.
His exit posture is deliberate — not that of someone retreating in fear, but rather exiting with control, possibly trying to avoid the arrival of law enforcement or confrontation with witnesses.
There are no clear signs of him being pursued or threatened — suggesting he is not fleeing for safety, but rather departing after asserting dominance through force.
Eric Parrotta:
Still motionless or barely moving at the ground level.
Surrounded by concerned individuals trying to assess or assist his condition.
There is no further involvement from him, as he remains incapacitated.
John Parrotta:
Seen engaging in what appears to be lifesaving or support behavior toward Eric.
Not hostile. His entire demeanor is focused on care and crisis response, showing no aggression toward Jacob even after the shooting.
Alexandria Parrotta:
Likely still present and emotionally distressed.
Possibly calling for help or assisting with Eric.
Continues to be non-threatening, engaged in a support or witness role.
Cody Richards:
Also re-engaged with the group attending to Eric.
No combative behavior, no attempt to pursue Jacob.
Reflects a shift from physical struggle to trauma response.
Bystanders/Others:
More visible now, especially after the gunshot.
None show weapons, and the collective behavior is clearly crisis-oriented.
Several individuals appear frozen or shocked, possibly yelling or calling out.
⚖️ Legal Analysis – Minute 4:00–5:00
At this point in the video:
Jacob has already used deadly force and is continuing to flee the scene while still visibly armed. Using the phrase “He touched me first.”
There are no threats present.
He is not attempting to explain or seek help — this behavior is consistent with consciousness of guilt, not innocence or self-defense.
Additional Legal Exposure:
Leaving the scene of a violent felony.
Continuing to carry a weapon in a threatening context.
Failure to notify law enforcement or render aid.
The entire group he shot at was clearly non-threatening, creating more liability for criminal negligence or intent.
Jacob's movement here undermines any narrative of a righteous self-defense shooting — if he genuinely feared for his life, he would either remain on scene for police, drop the weapon, or demonstrate regret. He does none.
🧠 Summary
Jacob remains armed and calm, showing no signs of trauma, fear, or urgency.
Everyone else is focused on medical attention or emotional shock — no threats are present.
This minute reinforces the conclusion that Jacob’s use of force was excessive, intentional, and unjustified, legally speaking.
🔍 Minute 5:00–5:52 — Behavioral Analysis
Jacob Cronick:
Jacob continues his departure from the scene. His pace is quick, but not frantic — more a calculated withdrawal than a fearful flight.
He is still visibly armed and makes no attempt to discard the weapon or signal that the danger is over.
His body language remains firm and assertive, not defensive or remorseful.
He does not check on the person he shot, call 911, or engage with witnesses or potential first responders.
Eric Parrotta:
Is now lying on the ground, surrounded by multiple individuals. There is no indication of movement or speech.
His position is consistent with serious injury or incapacitation from the gunshot wound.
John Parrotta:
Actively attending to Eric. He bends down, appears to be checking breathing or responsiveness.
Entire focus is on emergency assistance — no aggression, no weapon, no hostile behavior toward Jacob.
Alexandria Parrotta & Cody Richards:
Still in the vicinity of Eric, emotionally distressed.
Both are behaving in an entirely reactive and non-threatening manner.
Alexandria shows visible concern for her father and/or others on the scene.
No one is seen making any pursuit or threat toward Jacob.
Bystanders/Observers:
More visible in this final segment. Some individuals are moving closer to the injured person.
Several are likely calling for help or attempting to stabilize Eric.
No one displays weapons. The entire scene has shifted from conflict to emergency crisis response.
⚖️ Legal Summary – Final Minute
This last segment solidifies the overarching narrative:
Jacob leaves the scene without calling for help.
He is armed during his exit, presenting continued risk to those nearby.
No individual pursues or threatens him.
The shooting victim is left without aid.
Legally, this behavior is significant:
It undermines any claim of fear or defensive necessity — Jacob had full control over the scene and still escalated.
It suggests mens rea (guilty mind) — Jacob appears aware of wrongdoing and seeks to avoid consequences rather than explain or justify the event.
Under Michigan law, the lack of remorse, failure to notify authorities, and visible possession of a firearm after the threat is gone can contribute to:
Flight after committing a felony
Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
Use of a firearm in the commission of a felony (UF/Felony Firearm)
Attempted murder, or assault with intent to do great bodily harm
🧠 Final Conclusion
Across all six minutes:
Jacob Cronick instigated the violence.
He used escalating force, culminating in a deadly shot against an unarmed and non-threatening person.
His continued aggression and tactical control rule out a self-defense claim under Michigan’s Stand Your Ground or Castle Doctrine statutes.
The behavior of Eric Parrotta, John, Cody, and Alexandria is consistently defensive, non-aggressive, and often protective.
