Former NBA star Shawn Kemp pleaded guilty to second-degree assault related to a shooting incident at a Tacoma mall parking lot. The plea agreement comes as a result of escalating charges against him following a dispute that arose when his vehicle was broken into. There were no injuries in the shooting, but damage occurred to vehicles involved. Kemp's attorney notes a commitment to positive change, and sentencing will take place in August, with a recommendation for jail time and supervision thereafter.
Kemp's attorney stated that Shawn is committed to moving forward in a positive direction and recognizes the self-defense nature of the incident.
The plea agreement allowed Kemp to take responsibility, mitigating the potential of severe charges that could lead to a lengthy prison term.
Kemp's truck was broken into, leading to extensive loss, including personal items and memorabilia that were intended for charity.
The deputy prosecuting attorney recommended a nine-month jail sentence along with one year of supervised release.
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