GUILTY NC - Teghan Skiba, 4, Smithfield, 19 July 2010 #1

[Weturn]

I come from an abusive background myself, perhaps that's why this case is breaking my heart so much. My depression has really been triggered by this case, PTSD, fear, desperation, because but for here, there is no mention of this case in the media except for the local coverage. Which most people find too offensive, too graphic, to hear about. It's been over sixty years since I was Teghan's age, and children are still suffering in silence. And people like *maw maw* are still not calling the cops, and Sheriff Bizzle is still not arresting people like 'maw maw' and holding them accountable for a little girl who couldn't help herself, protect herself, make the people hurting her stop. All I do lately is cry and feel so very depressed for what this baby had to go through in her last days, alone.

{{{ Hugs}}} gracielee . I too hold "maw maw" in contempt and also I'm definitely


wondering about "paw paw" myself

 

[KRIME KING]

I have no sympathy for him...torture chamber is what he needs, for many, many years.

 

[Chelly]

I come from an abusive background myself, perhaps that's why this case is breaking my heart so much. My depression has really been triggered by this case, PTSD, fear, desperation, because but for here, there is no mention of this case in the media except for the local coverage. Which most people find too offensive, too graphic, to hear about. It's been over sixty years since I was Teghan's age, and children are still suffering in silence. And people like *maw maw* are still not calling the cops, and Sheriff Bizzle is still not arresting people like 'maw maw' and holding them accountable for a little girl who couldn't help herself, protect herself, make the people hurting her stop. All I do lately is cry and feel so very depressed for what this baby had to go through in her last days, alone.

I think many of us here are able to relate (if in just a small way) to some of what Teghan experienced. It makes us feel raw and exposed and brings back some memories we best not have. I also think many of us want to do something to make a difference....but what?

 

[sindydee]

Has anyone seen Disorder in the Court?

We need one of those moments, and we need one now. Those stupid glasses and that god damn grin need knocking right off his face.......(if ONLY I could type what i really wish would happen to him)

and Grandma - well basically she had chance to save this little girls life and she chose to look the other way. Who takes a **it outside their own door? Who hears a whimpering child and doesnt ask if she is ok? It must have been her that said he can't leave a 4 year old child alone. SHE KNEW SHE WAS IN THERE. Did she not ask where he was bathing the child? etc.... ARRGHHHHHHHHHHH. So well done Grandma. oh and BTW no one feels sorry for you that "you have had to deal with the fact you DID NOTHING for the past few years" i hope you think about it every second of every waking day for the rest of your life.

*and breathe* = sorry needed to vent.

Hi Everyone.

Thank you all for posting links, pics and updates and all other information, its much appreciated.

Also sending hugs to everyone. This is truly horrific and absolutely heartbreaking.

 

[OEJ]

I wish I had a 4 year old child on my property. What fun they are!!! You'd have to pry her away from me. NO WAY would she be staying in some old shack without facilities in my back yard. Makes me gag to think of it. ALL adults need to be designated as mandatory reporters. I just can't imagine as a property owner at least, much less a human being, not concerning myself with a 4 year old in a shack without facilities on my property.

 

[borndem]

Thanks, Nymeria for the beautiful tribute-picture for little Teghan!


We kept our one & only grandchild, a 16-month-old beautiful, perfect (as they all are), healthy and happy little girl, overnight last night. I found myself looking at her and wanting to hug her, which I did, and cry at the same time, which I did, but I was able to control it so as not to upset my DH.

She is smart, happy, healthy and loved by her parents (my son and DIL), her maternal g-parents, her great-grand-parents, and us. She is not that much younger than Teghan. Oh, I saw my little girl with different eyes because she is so dependent, innocent, and unable to care for herself -- of course -- as we all were once.

So was Teghan. She was at the mercy of those who were around her, and every one of them, as far as I can know, let her down. Down into a pit of horror, pain and fear. We know about the ten days. How many more days were there?

How many other children are being betrayed by the ones who they depend on for everything? If this awful case save one other child, then her death will not have been in vain. That's all I can say for the positive side of this case. Something good has got to come out of this. Please.

 

[MomoJo]

Just go in the main entrance, MomoJo -- they will probably inspect your bag or anything you may be carrying; They will prolly have a metal detector that you will pass thru; if you have a mobile phone, they may ask you to turn it on to show them that it really is a phone -- same with a computer or Kindle, etc. Courtroom visitors are not usually allowed to use computers, etc., so I never take mine in... they may ask you to turn off your phone "ringer," etc. No big deal -- citizens are allowed to go into courtrooms -- they are public places, as you know. Just no guns, bombs, recording devices, etc., as you know. They do not "care" who you are just as long as you don't seem a threat. I'm sure you've been thru it before if you've attended other trials.

And one more thang:

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MomoJo!!
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Jump in and help us find justice


for Teghan!

We're glad you're here!!
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Thanks so much, Borndem. I cannot go tomorrow or Tuesday, but i am hoping to attend later in the week. I will definitely let you all know what i observe. Thanks for the warm welcome and input.

 

[anya]

Pardon me if this has already been answered/discussed upthread at some point..but shouldn’t Richardson’s grandparents be charged with some kind of accessory to this unthinkable crime? I mean, they were knowingly harboring a criminal at the very least! And I just don’t buy that G-Ma “didn’t know” the 4-year old was there - no screams? no movement for 10 days???

And according to this report
http://charlotte.twcnews.com/content/news/triangle/705284/grandmother-of-defendant-testifies-in-capital-murder-trial G-Ma replied during testimony as to why she never checked the shed again was because she though *maybe* this time this was an opportunity for Richardson “…to show to his family he could do something on his own”. If, in fact, she did say this, than doesn’t that pretty much prove that GMa KNEW ALL ALONG that poor Teghan was there in the shed with her disturbed (to put it very mildly) grandson?? while making the conscious CHOICE NOT to do ZIP about the situation (i.e.:get Teghan outta there)??? IMHO, this alone should be enough to make her an accomplice in some way - or at least child endangerment or something! :curses: :anguish:

Secondly, where are Teghan’s biological grandparents? I thought the Skiba’s had shared custody or something of the sort with her mother? My question is, WHY didn’t they report Teghan as MISSING when Ms. Reyes (mother) suddenly up and left??? They also should be liable for neglecting to report a child missing under their (joint) watch!:banghead:

UGHHH this case makes my blood boil like none other has ever done to me! Absolutely NO ONE was there for this precious, innocent lil’ 4-year old sweetheart. I guess this is something one will never really have all the answers to…
:stormingmad: :wailing:

 

[LaLaw2000]

I have finally reached the end of this thread. I had started following this case when it happened, but had gotten away from it.

I was on this thread during the day yesterday and went to sleep last night still on it. When reading all that happened with precious Teghan, I had silent tears of sadness and absolute fury running down my face.

I would get so angry that I deep cleaned the bathroom, all of the ceiling fans and globes, cleaned the oven, and mopped the floors. I did all of that with a fury. I took my anger out on cleaning even though I have someone coming this week to help me.

I had dreams all night last night about precious Teghan. I was trying to reach her hand to pull her away from darkness. Everything surrounding her was dark but Teghan was almost as if light was shining from her. She was illuminated. She was in danger and I just couldn't reach her.

I am beyond heartbroken for Teghan and her maternal grandparents who loved her but was kept away or at least Reyes would not let see Teghan.

*I love that ER nurse. It is people like her that make a difference in this world. GB the medical personnel who care for these little angels who are brought into their care through absolute horror.

GB all of you for providing updates and for being here. I wish I'd been here sooner even though it just heartbreaking to know what this innocent angel endured during her too short life.

rayer:

 

[borndem]

Good Morning Peeps!

And Greetings and Glad You're Here to LaLaw!! Now that you're caught up with your reading on this case, you're also now caught up in this case just like the rest of us. We all, I'm pretty sure, agree that this is the most egregious and horrible crime against a child that we have ever seen. And we're all about one breath away from doing something awful to the defendant whom we see in the courtroom, impervious to how awful his [alleged] acts were, and what an evil man he is. So, Welcome, LaLaw! I always look forward to your bits of wisdom and point of view.

This is a tuff one.

I'll be away for a couple of hours this morning, so I'll catch up when I get back. I'll start looking at the tweets as well.

Justice for our Teghan. And for those that can still be saved from the evils of child abuse.

 

[Landonsmom02]

I had to take a few days off from this thread. I just couldn't read anymore. I have a 6 year old and a 3 year old and all I have done is held them tight and thank my lucky stars for them. I want to go to court and thought I could handle it.......but I not sure I can anymore. I'm afraid I won't be able to control myself. I find myself questioning how could this happen? How could our heavenly father let a child suffer like this? I know we should never question the lord as he works in mysterious ways but how??? That baby could of had a chance....no one was there for her. It's sad that we, complete strangers, care more about her than her own family. I know her paternal grandparents loved her and I can't imagine what they are going through. Where is her dad? I read on FB that her paternal grandpa wanted to attend trial but he couldn't bare to go. He wanted to remember her the way she was. Another thing that gets my blood boiling is maw maw. It's horrible to say and think but this happened 14 mins from my home. I want to go there and tell her how outraged I am. I know I would get in trouble but somedays it seems worth it. How can anyone turn their back on a 4 year old child. When are people going to stop looking the other way and start helpling? She needs to be held accountable for her actions. Don't lie for 4 years and say you didn't know she was there for those 10 days then get on the stand and say you heard her wimper. She wimpered.......she needed help! I'm outraged and I'm afraid this cherokee is going to come out. I want answers and sadly I will probaly never get them. I too have changed my sig and hopefully this horrible case will soon get the national attention it should. I hope somehow Teghan knows that there are people here who care for her and that she is not alone and her suffering and death was not for nothing. Rest easy sweet baby....justice is coming!

 

[LaLaw2000]

Good Morning Peeps!

And Greetings and Glad You're Here to LaLaw!! Now that you're caught up with your reading on this case, you're also now caught up in this case just like the rest of us. We all, I'm pretty sure, agree that this is the most egregious and horrible crime against a child that we have ever seen. And we're all about one breath away from doing something awful to the defendant whom we see in the courtroom, impervious to how awful his [alleged] acts were, and what an evil man he is. So, Welcome, LaLaw! I always look forward to your bits of wisdom and point of view.

This is a tuff one.

I'll be away for a couple of hours this morning, so I'll catch up when I get back. I'll start looking at the tweets as well.

Justice for our Teghan. And for those that can still be saved from the evils of child abuse.

Thanks, borndem!
You are terrific. Thanks for all of the updating tweets!

:seeya:

 

[Landonsmom02]

I want to show support for Teghan. I want to place purple ribbons around Smithfield. Does anyone know if you have to get "permission" for this? Or just hang them? TIA

 

[LaLaw2000]

I want to show support for Teghan. I want to place purple ribbons around Smithfield. Does anyone know if you have to get "permission" for this? Or just hang them? TIA

That is such a thoughtful and nice thing to want to do, Landonsmom02. I don't know the answer to your question, but I would not understand any objections to ribbons for this sweet angel.

I know you live very close to the shed/barn where this happened. It has to be especially hard for you. I hope you don't have to pass this place on a routine basis.

GB you and all of the people of your area who have had to deal with such a horror having happened so close.

:seeya:

 

[gxm]

Heather Moore ‏@HeatherMooreNow 7m

#JonathanRichardson's mom&grandma in court tday listening 2 dentist.I don't recall them listening 2 any testimony abt abuse to #TeghanSkiba


Heather Moore ‏@HeatherMooreNow 54m

We're back in court. Attorneys are hashing out some details before bringing jury in. #JonathanRichardson capital murder trial. #TeghanSkiba

 

[LaLaw2000]

Thanks so much, gxm.

 

[Landonsmom02]

That is such a thoughtful and nice thing to want to do, Landonsmom02. I don't know the answer to your question, but I would not understand any objections to ribbons for this sweet angel.

I know you live very close to the shed/barn where this happened. It has to be especially hard for you. I hope you don't have to pass this place on a routine basis.

GB you and all of the people of your area who have had to deal with such a horror having happened so close.

:seeya:

Thank you so much for your kind words. Fortunately I don't have to pass this daily but I live just a few roads over. I have a parent/teacher conference today and when I'm done I'm heading over and hanging purple ribbons. I just want to show that there are some people in this community who don't look the other way and want to help those in need.

 

[gxm]

Heather Moore ‏@HeatherMooreNow 9m

Dentist when seeing 4-yr-old #TeghanSkiba for 1st time: "I immediately said a prayer that she would die." #JonathanRichardson murder trial

 

[gxm]

Heather Moore ‏@HeatherMooreNow 2m

Forensic Dentist says in 30 yr career #TeghanSkiba's injuries worst he ever saw on human."She was covered w/bite marks." #JonathanRichardson

 

[Chelly]

Good Morning WS Friends.
Another day of heartbreaking testimony.
Glad you all are here.
Glad you all care.

Thanks for being here gxm.
Thank you for keeping us informed.
:loveyou: