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James Shirah Sentenced to 30 Years After Wedding Crash

5/12/2026

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James Shirah received a minimum 30-year prison term for second-degree murder after the August 30, 2024 crash in Flint, Michigan.
James Shirah married Savanah Collier earlier that day, then the celebration moved to a house before the fatal crash.
James Shirah entered a no-contest plea to second-degree murder and related offenses in April.
Savanah Collier is scheduled for an accessory sentencing in May.

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James Shirah received a minimum 30-year prison term for second-degree murder after the August 30, 2024 crash in Flint, Michigan.
James Shirah married Savanah Collier earlier that day, then the celebration moved to a house before the fatal crash.
James Shirah entered a no-contest plea to second-degree murder and related offenses in April.
Savanah Collier is scheduled for an accessory sentencing in May.