Casey Anthony NOT Guilty Of Murdering Caylee Anthony Guilty of Lying To LE
Orlando, FL- 10 days shy of 3 years after the smell of decomposition in her pontiac sunfire prompted her Mother to shriek through a 911 call that something “was wrong” Casey Marie Anthony has been acquitted
She has been convicted of providing false information to a law enforcement officer only
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“I hope they get what they deserve”-Vidda
What exactly does the jury “deserve”?
Yes, I am feeling that all of us lost today, we feel broken…but it is Blink who my heart goes out to tonight.
Blink, with your enormous heart and soul, all the years, days, hours and minutes you have worked towards Justice for Our Caylee, please don’t think that this was all for naught, and that you have in any way failed. You are the one who held us Blinksters together through all of this, we’d have been lost without you. You did not fail, Blink, quite the opposite. We are blessed to have you and your site to hold on to each other at this sad time. Your followers love you and will continue to admire you for all you do. Please, know that we all give you a huge heartfelt group hug. Feel it, we mean it. Peace & Love
With much respect, I failed her. I can’t see it any other way.
B
Sigh…I’m finally able to get away so I can run a hot bath and cry a little. I’m sad for many things which have already been articulated by other people here.
Just 24 hours ago I was gearing up excitedly for some Independence Day fireworks and nervously awaiting the verdict–but nervousness aside, I never imagined KC would not be convicted of at least manslaughter. Life will keep rolling and the shock will subside. However, I feel like a little bit of me died today. I am in law enforcement and I share a previous poster’s frustration with how uneven justice can be and how the best, most sincere efforts by LE and prosecutors can be steamrolled by people who only care about money and notoriety; or who have a misguided and naive inability to see bad for what it is; and/or who simply think people who do bad things only need (and can benefit from) rehabilitation.
I realize that everyone in this country is entitled to representation. But for those who glibly shield criminals from consequence, and who are knowingly party to false testimony to that effect, there is a ‘special place’. And they don’t serve chilled champagne there.
My love to Blink, Mom 3.0, Ragdoll, ATG, Kleat, Riverpearl, WPG, Anniex9, I could go on, there are many names I can’t include…we’ve never met, but I feel like I have come to know and love you all through your words. It is heartening to be reminded that there are still many with Common Sense, after the sadness of today. I appreciate you. I will not lose all faith. And my admiration goes out to Jeff, Linda, Frank and all involved with the prosecution case. Their pursuit of truth and justice for a little girl’s too short life has my highest regard.
Hello all,
I am very sad for what has happened with this case when there was clearly plenty of evidence to convict her, I also heard the alternate juror talking to Vinnie on HLN and it made me wonder also how the heck did this guy know what the other jurors were thinking when they were told many many times NOT to discuss this case with themselves or with anyone else..I am not sure what or if anything can come of that, but this guy very clearly basically said they were all talking about it well before they went in to deliberate.. He said to Vinnie that after George testified they did not believe him at all and they felt that he was being combative and hiding something, they must have been talking to each other, they had to be because he was an alternate and was not in the room with the other jurors so how does he know what they were thinking? Maybe the prosecution should be told about this? if i knew how to contact them i certainly would tell them what this man said on tv. Maybe there is nothing that can be done now i dont know, but i think they should know that there might have been some jury misconduct..
SOTT says:
July 5, 2011 at 9:01 pm
I thought that was a grin. Like a sly fox, like I did it, I got away with it. I also noticed when hugging certain people it seems as if they really were of no importance to her and wanted for them to hurry up on that hug. Watch, she will get tired of her new family
and when she gets her some cash she will kick them to the curve. She can only be thankful to them for a short amount of time until they bore her. She uses people. When all this dies down and she loses the spot light, she will become itchy to regain that feeling again. She loves attention. In her mind, she can get away with anything, Let’s just hope another life is not lost because of her twisted disgusting ways.
It is pretty sad when your 8 year old questions the jury. He can’t understand how someone can go unpunished for this. I look at my sweet boy and become overwelmed with emotion at how disturbed he is over the results. I have not felt this type of pain in a long time.
To the prosecution, Det. Melich, Det. Allen orange county sheriff, crime lab, FBI, dr Vass, Dr G, and the list goes on, thank you so much for the work you have done. It is very evident that all of your hearts and souls were involved in this case and believe us all when we say that all the hard work that was done by you special people proved to me without a shadow of a doubt that that disgusting human being was responsible for the death of her child. I would say that the smell in that car will never be forgotten by the ones from this group that experienced it. No way could this jury have gone through 300 pieces of evidence. I hope that the families of these jurors agree with their decision and hopefully will not cause problems later on for them in their lives.
One jurors wife followed this case from the beginning and I would love to know what she thinks about this verdict that her husband rendered.
my son came home from spending the night out and turned on the tv… don’t watch a lot of it during the summer… it was breaking news about the caylee/ casey murder trial… my son is only 17. he was blown away by the verdicts. we looked at each other and were speechless. having never talked about this little girl before… about 5 minutes later, after the verdicts were read, my son came to talk to me in the laundry room…. i am sitting on the floor, folding towels… and, he says”please excuse my language, mama. but, what the fuck is wrong with that mom doing that to her kid? and, now she gets away with it?” and, all i have to say, is that IF she is guilty, she lives the rest of her life with all of those lies and pure and unforgiving ugliness… a pure and simple hell on earth
The defense team celebrating …
snip)
” A couple of minutes later, Mason moved closer to the door and made a lewd gesture at Fowler ”
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/caylee-anthony/os-casey-anthony-jose-baez-cheney-mas20110705,0,3577743.story
….”are you tired, Poppa?”
~~Caylee A.~~
Join me in lighting a candle for 31 days. Let us occupy peace, healing, and the forever quest for justice.
From alternate juror Russell Huekler
Prosecution did not tell us how she died … I believe it was a horrific accident that spiraled out of control … and they didn’t know how to deal with it.
George was hiding something and was not credible … very combative with Mr. Baez.
Only one hair in trunk with death band.
Chloroform could have been from cleaning products.
Why didn’t George call the cops when he smelled the trunk at the tow yard?
It was hard for me to accept that there was a body in the car.
Duct tape was present because that is what the Anthony’s used when they buried their pets.
this souless creature does not deserve freedom. I am sick. How could this jury do this? What do you think happened?
I have started this post over 4 times now. I can’t quite figure out how to put words to the emotions I am feeling. I will do my best. Unlike most of you I only started following this story closely about 6 months ago out of boredom when the Kyron case went silent. I can’t imagine how you all are feeling after devoting so much time to her memory. While justice failed her in the true definition of the word, I believe we all can do her right by continuing to honor her memory and try our best to pretend Casey was executed by never giving her any attention she so craves. It sickens me that she will make money from her precious daughters murder, but I take small comfort knowing money doesn’t mean happiness. Her only hope for true joy and happiness was suffocated at the same time her daughter was. I am sure she will have fleeting moments of empty happiness shallow items or attention she recieves, but she will never have the feelings we have when we think of our children and Caylee as well. She will never be satisfied with her life and in my opinion that is true justice.
nana2 says:
July 5, 2011 at 9:14 pm
“Here is the alternate jurors interview on video:”
http://www.wesh.com/video/28456210/detail.html
He said (2 snips)”
“There was probably a lot of discussion that there was a horrific accident that Dad and Casey uh covered up and unfortunately it did snowball.”
How does he”probably” know what the jury discussed?
“From what WE understand . . .”
WE ??????????
(nana2, thank you for the link)
From alternate juror Russell Huekler (who supports the verdict)
Prosecution did not tell us how she died … I believe it was a horrific accident that spiraled out of control … and they didn’t know how to deal with it.
George was hiding something and was not credible … very combative with Mr. Baez.
Only one hair in trunk with death band.
Chloroform could have been from cleaning products.
Why didn’t George call the cops when he smelled the trunk at the tow yard?
It was hard for me to accept that there was a body in the car.
Duct tape was present because that is what the Anthony’s used when they buried their pets.
Im so sad today. I noticed George and Cindy were stone faced at the verdict…..be careful of what you ask for as you just might get it.RIP sweet Caylee.
B
Long time reader, I’ve posted once or twice. Sad sad day in history. I don’t want to fund in any way scumb bag in the future. I was wondering if there is any way people can boycut anything that comes out (books, movies, interviews, etc) of the murderer.
well, I noticed that the established penalty for lying to a law enforcement official is 1-5 years. I would assume that would be up to judge perry to decide. Since there were 4 counts, I hope he let’s her have the max at 20 years
Prior spell boycott – apology English is my second language
One of the idiots that was an alternate-(male)
interviewed on Greta, says the Prosecution didn’t prove a motive.
Also says in response to whether he felt the abuse allegation played a part & he said wasn’t considered in HIS decision making. My husband thinks he may have implied that it MAY have been in others. So, how would he know that? I missed it, as my dtr was yelling to me about a petition for Caylee- felony for not reporting your child missing-still looking for it.
Did anyone else see that interview and do you feel it revealed what hubby said- or did he “mis-hear?”
Blink, re: your comment that you “failed” Caylee, I strongly disagree. What more could you have done? You were not a member of the jury, nor a prosecutor, a witness or anyone else that had an opportunity to talk to the jury. The only people responsible for failing Caylee are her mother, grandparents, the people who stood by Casey and defended her and this mislead jury. You have devoted so much to this cause and informed as many people as best you could. The system that doesn’t allow every peice of evidence and every single fact to be disclosed to a jury also played a big part of this outcome. I am confident if you were allowed to speak to the jury with no objection and tell them what you have told us, the verdict would be swift and just. Because it was not possible for you to do that does not mean you failed. Ask yourself again….what more could you have done?
Blink- PLEASE don’t feel that you have failed Caylee. You have NOT. You have been Caylee’s voice when she no longer had a physical voice. So many have heard it. We all know the truth.
The ones who have failed Caylee are her family, and those 12 jurors.
PERIOD.
Thank you, and God bless you for all you do.
@Solange – LOL! At the ripe old age of 42 (and working around attorneys daily knowing the grind), I can’t say that it is a real possiblity until my own kiddos are off to school. Doesn’t change the desire though…
Peace and love to Caylee. As it goes that God never gives us more than we can handle, it greatly speaks to the amazing nature of this precious little girl that we will never know her full potential. He had great plans for her and I think we may be witnessing part of those plans in action on this very gut-wrenching day. Strange and hard to comprehend, but quite possible that this is only just the beginning.
Dear Blink,
For the Love of God, you have been with this little angel from her first cry on July 16, 2008, and more than likely before that . . . you just didn’t know it until July 16, 2008.
You fought for this little angel . . . her own family did not.
Of all people, YOU DID NOT FAIL HER, and it breaks my heart that you think you did.
Blink: I’m still in moderation from my despondent post early afternoon, right after I’d heard this despicable, unthinkable verdict. I hope I didn’t say anything wrong in my comment! If so, apologies to you.
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Re: this comment below and a few others, now that I’ve had a chance to right myself, I’m going to hope and pray that Casey Anthony becomes the pariah to Hollywood and the publishing world that OJ was and is. They turned away from OJ and from the comments coming out of Hollywood, maybe the response from Hollywood will be the same in this case (no books, no movies, nothing but disdain on a good day)
Sat5sz says:
July 5, 2011 at 8:36 pm
I have never posted before but feel I must. I have read here for three years. I, too, am shocked and sickened by the not guilty verdict. Justice was not served and it makes me feel like some things are out of control. Evil won today. I need to feel like we can do something to right this wrong.
We can! I challenge each and every one of you to NEVER buy a book, watch a movie, or participate in any other money making scheme that Casey Marie Anthony is involved in. Pass it on to your family and friends. It’s a small gesture but it is at least something. I can’t think of anything else to do to feel like I am righting a wrong. Bad people shouldn’t win, it upsets the balance in my heart.
God speed, Caylee. We all love you.
Welcome. I applaud your post.
B
Blink,
I imagine the prosecutor’s feel the same way. Would you think this about them? You are part of the solution, not part of the problem. The truth might not prevail in every battle, but we have to try to prevail in the war. You, dear lady, are a warrior of the best kind. Keep on, keepin’ on.
________________________
July 5, 2011 at 9:29 pm
With much respect, I failed her. I can’t see it any other way.
B
I have been trying to make sense of this all day. Cannot stop crying, cannot believe the injustice. Someone just reminded me about the IRS lien. Please Lord, at least make her pay for that! It seems there will be no other punishment for what she has done, I am so very disillusioned!
Thank you Blink for everything you have done. My thoughts are with you!
I keep thinking today was a bad dream & when I wake up it will go away & so will this verdict.
I hope those jurors & alternate’s are watching this play out on TV & in news print. Sad day for Caylee.
It’s no surprise the jurors wish to remain anonymous. I would too if I were one of twelve people who have an entire nation wondering who could be that damn dumb.
There is one exception to the anonymity request though. An alternate juror who has no problem declaring his ignorance.
It’s clear to me, there is not a one in twelve chance of finding a person in Florida intelligent enuf to hang a jury.
just sayin…
Now that the initial shock has subsided enough to let me start thinking about WTH happened here, I think you are 100% right, Blink about a sleeper. I’ve worked in law for 25yrs, so it shouldn’t have taken me this long to see it. One axiom every trial attorney learns is that your case is won or lost, first and foremost, in jury selection.
Except I think there was more than one sleeper in this jury. And let’s face it, we all knew that, or should have known, when we witnessed voire dire.
We heard too many selectees say they knew almost nothing about this case,hadn’t followed it on the news, hadn’t formed any opinion as to guilt/innocence. Right there, a flashing neon sign should have come on, saying “PICK ME”.
I think Jg.Perry employed a questionable process for so important a case in that, 1) A lot better screening should have been done on the written questionnaire – was there one? -I may have missed it, but certainly some fence-sitters could have been eliminated by their written responses alone.
2) Jg.P. was flat out wrong in sustaining the Defense’s (Bates? Batson?) challenge,i.e., forcing the State to take Juror #4, against their right to strike her; their strike was NOT based on race; she clearly stated she does NOT like to “judge people”. Well, duh?
3) Rushing the process was equally unfair to both sides – but in this case it happened to favor the Defense. Baez is too stupid, and gets no points here for choosing wisely. But JA and LDB are shrewed and savy and should have been given the time to do it right.
And in retrospect, I should have been bothered when this jury, in unison, were in way too much of a hurry to get this over with – to the extent that THEY asked to work on Memorial Day, seemingly unbothered about being seen as insensitive to any fallen heros. Same with working on Sunday. It just struck me as a little pushy. But my warning light wasn’t flashing because I was convinced they would convict her.
Anyway, IMO that’s where things went very wrong. I don’t happen to agree that either Officer Cain or Roy Kronk are to blame, nor any other person in this case. It was the Jury. And I think they meant to send a message with this verdict but I’ll do a separate post – this one’s too long already.
Dear Blink:
Always remember this. Walk with the sunshine upon your face,
and you will never see the shadow you leave behind. May you continue to grace your pages with what God has given you. May you find peace, and comfort in the facts that you know to be true. although this did not go where we wanted it to go. Somtimes things happen for a reason, and we may never know that reason. Just know that you were allowed to love this child from death, and for this God has asked you to be his voice for this girl child. Blink, thank you for allowing me to come and share my voice for Caylee. Do not accept this as failure, continue to be her voice, and the voices for all the children they need you.
Ty friend, I am working it through.
B
God love Jesse Grund. He’s on NG now.
He’s also speaking for Caylee.
Such a truly great young man. He loved Caylee with all his heart.
I am a law abiding, patently sane individual, and I have actually entertained fantasies of taking Casey OUT, even if it means spending the rest of my life in prison. Imagine what the crazy people are thinking? She is going to have corn on the cob again. She will go to parties. She will have sex again. God forbid, have another child. I just cannot abide by this terrible miscarriage of justice. So effing sad! And I will be sending cards to Linda, Frank, Jeff, and Yuri. They are my heroes. Can you imagine what they are going through today? AMOO. Thanks for the shout out Govgirl, love you back. Love all of you. I know sleep will come hard for many of us tonight and in the many days to follow. My prayers are with you, and darling Caylee.
Blink, I have been with you since the start of this nightmare. You, and all of us did not fail Caylee. The people who failed Caylee are the jurors that wanted to get the hell out of Dodge. The juror that is suppose to fly to England will make her plane! Something happened to Caylee, we all know this. If GA and CA don’t have more questions then it is a sad, sad day for them. Who KILLED Caylee?
If Casey gets to go skipping down the road with Cheney Mason on Thursday because of time served, where will the MOMSTER go? Will GA and CA take her in with open arms and forgive and forget all the accusations? How could the MOMSTER go back there if she is so stoic that GA abused her?
To LDB, JA and Mr. George…my thoughts are with you,you three did not fail Caylee, the jury failed her because of the length of time they have been sequestered, they wanted out. I wish I had the words to comfort all of us… I am sickened by this. Blink…I love you and thank you for all you have done for all of us over the past 3 years. Caylee hopefully knows what we all have done for her and that she will forever be with us. I am sickened by this fisasco.
If, as you claim, you know my real name (which is actually Ross) why do you refer to me as Pam? I challenge you to out me as any “Pam”. Obviously, as you have proved over and over, you are not as smart as you think you are.
By the way, where have I ever stated what the shape of the Earth is?
I am clear your obsession with me is a problem for you. I have been advised not to respond further publicly.
Best Regards.
B
Now that the initial shock has subsided enough to let me start thinking about WTH happened here, I think you are 100% right, Blink about a sleeper. I’ve worked in law for 25yrs, so it shouldn’t have taken me this long to see it. One axiom every trial attorney learns is that your case is won or lost, first and foremost, in jury selection.
Except I think there was more than one sleeper in this jury. And let’s face it, we all knew that, or should have known, when we witnessed voire dire.
We heard too many selectees say they knew almost nothing about this case,hadn’t followed it on the news, hadn’t formed any opinion as to guilt/innocence. Right there, a flashing neon sign should have come on, saying “PICK ME”.
I think Jg.Perry employed a questionable process for so important a case in that, 1) A lot better screening should have been done on the written questionnaire – was there one? -I may have missed it, but certainly some fence-sitters could have been eliminated by their written responses alone.
2) Jg.P. was flat out wrong in sustaining the Defense’s Batson challenge,i.e., forcing the State to take Juror #4, against their right to strike her; their strike was NOT based on race; she clearly stated she does NOT like to “judge people”. Well, duh?
3) Rushing the process was equally unfair to both sides – but in this case it happened to favor the Defense. Baez is too stupid, and gets no points here for choosing wisely. But JA and LDB are shrewed and savy and should have been given the time to do it right.
And in retrospect, I should have been bothered when this jury, in unison, were in way too much of a hurry to get this over with – to the extent that THEY asked to work on Memorial Day, seemingly unbothered about being seen as insensitive to any fallen heros. Same with working on Sunday. It just struck me as a little pushy. But my warning light wasn’t flashing because I was convinced they would convict her.
Anyway, IMO that’s where things went very wrong. I don’t happen to agree that either Officer Cain or Roy Kronk are to blame, nor any other person in this case. It was the Jury. And I think they meant to send a message with this verdict but I’ll do a separate post – this one’s too long already.
Heck, if you weren’t hiding behind your “hat” and had been in Orlando for Casey’s redemption, I could have introduced myself to you.
Please, am I hiding? You called my terminally ill mother. You spent months spreading fertilizer on the web, all of which was untrue. But in fairness, someone told me early on your not a success unless you have at least one verifiable wackjob talking smack. Enter You.
I laughed like a schoolgirl at the idiocy and desperation of your made believe “I just wanna be loved”.
That pales in comparison to your “please don’t ban me” BS letters. Do you get that people you have friended think you need your own Baker act?
Have you scheduled some time with Joy Wray? Perhaps that can fill your days.
You wanna dance on a baby’s grave?
My best wishes on your issues.
B
It ain’t easy being Keasey, I hear.
Exactly how many times have you watched ” What Ever happened to Baby Jane?”
Interesting you would introduce yourself after hiding like a pillbug Pam.
I am sorry, did I miss your point about about why you involve yourself in advocacy cases I cover?
B
I was in Orlando a few weeks earlier, ask your LE. We had concerns.
On Jeff Ashton’s leaving..
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/breakingnews/os-casey-anthony-prosecutor-ashton-re20110705,0,7123722.story
I can’t believe that if Baez and company were going to have a celebration they would not at least have the class to take it somewhere private! There is still a dead baby in this case. Jose said himself “there are no winners here”. Clearly that was just for media consumption. What a bunch of classless jerks. And Geraldo Rivera is also a disgrace. If I never see his face again it will be too soon. Mr. Al Capone’s vault finally got something right. Sadly. I’m just heartbroken by this. I’m so tired of all the pompous “Our justice system works” comments. It didn’t work for Caylee Marie Anthony today. There will never be any consequence for her tragic murder. I also heard the alternate juror on Greta. The man could barely string two sentences together and he’s a teacher???
Oops. Posted twice. Went to check Batson challenge. Sorry.
I know MANY people don’t like Bill O’Reilly, but man he is fighting good with Geraldo right now- Thank God. He made him feel like an ass. “Do you have chloroform in your car?”
http://www.change.org/petitions/create-caylees-law
OVERVIEW
Caylee’s Law, contact your governor: there should be a new law created called Caylee’s Law that will make it a felony for a parent or guardian to not notify law enforcement of a child going missing in a timely manner.
Let’s keep another case like Caylee Anthony out of the courts.
Create Caylee’s Law
http://www.change.org
Blink you didn’t fail Caylee,the court system did.You want to know what
the young ones are doing in honor Of Caylee.Keeping the porch light on.
Yes they feel it too and all of their friends.Maybe they will be the change for a better system for the victims of crime
It’s me, just on my iphone sndnot computer. @WPG #40
WPG says:
July 5, 2011 at 7:33 pm
George Anthony . . . was it all a ruse with you?
Were you part of the Defense strategy after all?
My thoughts today that just perhaps the entire family REALLY did fall on the sword. Maybe all agreed to say or do anything to save Casey. If Lee and George allowed JB to say they were molesters to cast doubt because they knew it was untrue and never could be proven….. That is their sacrifice to save her. Everything was an act, prepared to save Casey. Is this idea too far fetched?
Where the heck is Lee? strange, really strange.
Oh I was just thinking, I wonder if Baez is going to let Casey move in and babysit his new baby> lol also if Mallory is going to want her as a roomate.? will be interesting to say the least, after all she is an amazing mother.
I am appalled at the verdict, at the flippant manner that the jury handled their civic duty, at the Anthonys at the defense for all their lies, and mis-truths. I am just sad, so very very sad for that baby.
Who will get the 1st interview with the murderer? Will we see her after the Kardashians on her own reality show? It sickens me to think that this murdering whore is going to make a living off of that poor child’s life that was taken by her mothers hands.The whole thing just makes me sick. I guess it’s open season on children, no punishment.
Grandparents-if you have a child that behaves the way Casey does- PLEASE TAKE MATTERS INTO YOUR OWN HANDS! Do not trust that your child will do the right thing-get involved, stay involved!
For ANY looking to speak and/ -or- send letter of SUPPORT & THANKS to SA’s Offc
-OR-
I’m just saying … ANY info you think they should have -or- that they need to be aware of …
AJMHO
State of Florida State Attorney’s Office, 9th Judical Circuit
415 North Orange Street
Orlando Florida 32801
Phone #407-836-2400
Jeff Ashton -work address until the end of this week – 30 year career
Scott Peterson is sitting on death row tonight in San Quentin. He must be thinking “you’ve GOT to be kidding me…” 10 times more evidence pointing towards guilt for Casey Anthony…and she’s headed home. I hope the state prosecutes Cindy to the fullest, and when SHE’S headed to prison, that’ll leave Casey home with George.
(I don’t believe for a second that Cindy’s not sprucing up the place for her daughter’s big homecoming.) Whether it be Hopespring Drive, or wherever Casey chooses to lay her head at night, that girl is in danger..and will remain so for a very long time. There are many unstable people out there who will want to take justice in their own hands. We saw but a glimpse of them when she was out on bail. I’m sorry to say this, but I’m pretty sure I won’t be mourn too long if it happens. George, if your wife brings the killer home, it’s time to pack your things and serve divorce papers. Move on and get out of that house. Leave them to one another and don’t look back..God rest your precious soul, Caylee..I’m so sorry..
Can we file a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of Caylee Anthony to take every single penny any member of that family receives on the back of her death with all proceeds to benefit an appropriate organization? I realize that is far reaching but a girl can dream.
Bottomline,
Thank you for your kind words to Blink. I am sure she won’t take it the way you mean it.
Why? Because we failed to find a finite link from Caylee’s demise to Casey’s hand. It’s true. We knew it from the beginning. We comforted ourselves with other circumstantial cases. I know I labored long and hard to find that defining link. Fail.
Instead, I just hoped the jury would see the biggest picture ever and vote with their hearts and minds. There is a problem in our system and I’m still trying to figure out how to address it (well, since my grand jury murder sitting many years ago…still trying). The group-think that occurs in these settings is very malleable.
We failed to find that guilt beyond reasonable doubt. Did we really, Judge Perry? I am seriously concerned about what happened here.
How can we fix it for the future? There is no doubt that killers will get smarter and better at their job, now that they know there is no penalty.
Jaw. Has. Hit. The. Floor.