Why a woman says she met and forgave the man who shot and paralyzed her decades earlier

In 1999, a shooting incident in Miami's Overtown neighborhood left 13-year-old Tia Quandre Addison paralyzed. The shooter, Craig Dean, was sentenced to life in prison. Over two decades later, Addison forgave Dean, understanding the environment they grew up in. Dean was released in 2012 after a sentence reduction, and the two met, fostering a friendship. Their story highlights the power of forgiveness and second chances.

How did Tia Quandre Addison feel about the possibility of Craig Dean being released?

What was the outcome of Craig Dean's sentence after 24 years?

What message do Tia Quandre Addison and Craig Dean hope to share with others?