Teen Accused in Caleb Quick Killing Appears in Court as Transfer Hearing Delayed

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The teen boy accused of being the shooter in the Caleb Quick murder trial appeared in court Thursday as attorneys on both sides said they are still working with experts to evaluate the case ahead of a potential transfer hearing. Families and supporters from both sides were present in the courtroom. The defense told the court they are still working with their expert to evaluate the minor charged and said there is another interview scheduled between the minor and the expert. Prosecutors agreed to the continuation, saying their expert is also not ready. The purpose of the hearings is to schedule a transfer hearing, where a judge will determine whether the minor will be charged as an adult or remain in juvenile court.

Why it matters

The Caleb Quick murder case has drawn significant attention in the community, with both the victim's family and the families of the accused teens attending the court proceedings. The delays in scheduling the transfer hearing highlight the complexity of these types of cases, where experts must thoroughly evaluate the minors involved before the court can determine if they should be tried as adults. The outcome of the transfer hearing will have major implications for the potential sentences the accused teens could face.

The details

In the latest court appearance, the defense told the court they are still working with their expert to evaluate the minor charged and said there is another interview scheduled between the minor and the expert. Prosecutors agreed to the continuation, saying their expert is also not ready. The purpose of the hearings is to schedule a transfer hearing, where a judge will determine whether the minor will be charged as an adult or remain in juvenile court. The alleged getaway driver's transfer hearing has also been delayed until April 13, over defense objections. The accused shooter's transfer hearing scheduling has also been delayed, with the defense citing the need for more time to work with experts on the case.

• The teen boy accused of being the shooter in the Caleb Quick murder trial appeared in court on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
• The alleged getaway driver's transfer hearing was previously scheduled for March but has been continued to April 13, 2026.
• The accused shooter's transfer hearing scheduling was previously set for January 8, 2026 but has been continued to February 26, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on April 13 whether to allow the alleged getaway driver to be tried as an adult or remain in juvenile court. The scheduling of the transfer hearing for the accused shooter has also been delayed to February 26.