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davidthegnome

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42. We are all brothers and sisters in this, my friend.
Wed Mar 16, 2016, 03:00 PM
Mar 2016

The kind of anger, hate, violence that took the life of that poor young man is sadly on the rise here in America. I have seen it even up here in northern Maine, which is commonly thought of as a peaceful place. Such people, such dangerous and delusional people, should spend their lives in prison, in highly secure facilities where their threat to the common good can be, if not removed, at least somewhat contained.

Some years ago... my Aunt was crossing the street from a hospital. She was hit by a vehicle, driven by a young man who had run a red light. She lay on the ground, injured, but seemed like she might be getting up... when the driver panicked, slammed on the gas, and ran her over. It is a medical miracle that she survived, despite being on life support, having portions of her lung removed, dealing with medical malpractice and worse things. Not only did the Driver get away (he was never caught) but my Aunt and Uncle have faced years of legal battles against a Doctor and medical staff that absolutely made her health problems and her injuries far, far worse.

It is easy to get angry when such things happen. To mock any notion of justice, to consider the world to be a dark, cruel place... and some times it can be. Remember though, when things seem at their darkest, that there are many, many people who applaud and fight for justice, who hold peace, love, and compassion strongly in their hearts.

You and your family have my deepest sympathy. I hope the crook who killed your cousin rots in prison.

Road Rage (Update) [View all] H2O Man Mar 2016 OP
K&R and off to the greatest page. nt pkdu Mar 2016 #1
Thanks for the updates. salin Mar 2016 #2
Thanks for the update dorkzilla Mar 2016 #3
Losing a loved one to murder... you never really have closure. MerryBlooms Mar 2016 #4
So sorry for all the pain this has caused you, and your family. Zorra Mar 2016 #5
Thank you for the update. I've been wondering. Good thoughts to you. Shrike47 Mar 2016 #6
Is he still held in custody while you wait for the trial to conclude? Cassiopeia Mar 2016 #7
there are no words. I am sick about this. I wish you the outcome you need and what roguevalley Mar 2016 #8
May peace and serenity come to you and your family and may justice come down upon the murderer. Moostache Mar 2016 #9
H20 Man... retrowire Mar 2016 #10
So he can opt for no jury? trof Mar 2016 #11
It means the judge will decide TexasBushwhacker Mar 2016 #22
I didn't know a defendant could elect that. trof Mar 2016 #25
Yes. A jury trial is your right, but it's not a requirement TexasBushwhacker Mar 2016 #29
Well I'll be damned. trof Mar 2016 #30
Yea, I learned that a couple years back and was as surprised as you GummyBearz Mar 2016 #38
I didn't know that was an option in a capital murder case. AtheistCrusader Mar 2016 #39
I am so sorry... gregcrawford Mar 2016 #12
Glad to see those of us around the US sending mail did some good! Omaha Steve Mar 2016 #13
K&R Mbrow Mar 2016 #14
Thank you so much for keeping us in the loop. May the gods bless you and yours with peace & healing. Hekate Mar 2016 #15
There are no words. I am sorry for your family's suffering. GoneFishin Mar 2016 #16
H2O Man....somehow I've missed the prior threads on this. Coventina Mar 2016 #17
Such sorrow. Such needless waste of a young man's life. Peace be with you and your family. PWPippin Mar 2016 #18
... magical thyme Mar 2016 #19
...... daleanime Mar 2016 #20
Well, at least you'll be spared a lawyer playing to a jury. malthaussen Mar 2016 #21
Kicking for you and Uncle Derek. n/t Wilms Mar 2016 #23
I am so sorry for your loss. yardwork Mar 2016 #24
thanks for the news. mopinko Mar 2016 #26
I know you and your family must be glad that this horrible ordeal is moving forward. Blus4u Mar 2016 #27
More support here malaise Mar 2016 #28
Thank you for taking the energy and time to share this. Gregorian Mar 2016 #31
I cannot post what I wish for that "man" REP Mar 2016 #32
Praying for you and your family coeur_de_lion Mar 2016 #33
There never will be a happy outcome, but at least I hope he goes ScreamingMeemie Mar 2016 #34
thank u 4 a firsthand account of how dangerous this country is NoMoreRepugs Mar 2016 #35
Wow. So sorry that your family has to go through this. Ace Rothstein Mar 2016 #36
... Solly Mack Mar 2016 #37
Your tragedy was on my mind during my commute this morning. AtheistCrusader Mar 2016 #40
kick Angry Dragon Mar 2016 #41
We are all brothers and sisters in this, my friend. davidthegnome Mar 2016 #42
for no reason other than this rabid jackass was “angry.” AlbertCat Mar 2016 #43
K&R for Justice kydo Mar 2016 #44
Seems a long time since I first read this so one, I am sorry for youre having to have this go Person 2713 Mar 2016 #45
Thanks for the update. I hope your family finds healing and justice kairos12 Mar 2016 #46
Sorry for your loss H20 blackspade Mar 2016 #47
An eerie parallel Mopar151 Mar 2016 #48
I'm hoping for a swift trial, and justice for your cousin. kcr Mar 2016 #49
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