I have truly struggled with this case since I think JY is a real womanizing, immature, and shallow guy------I just simply don't understand why MY ever hooked up with him other than he is a very smooth operator. She should have never married him.
That said, the evidence in this case could have been potent. The very best evidence, Gracie, has credibility issues through no fault of her own. I think some of the blame lies on LE never trying to bolster her credibility. I simply don't buy that they did not have time to look through all of the footage for 60 days. Enough for Gracie, she is a remarkable woman, but her testimony for me has to be left out. The hotel events, while strange, do not point directly to JY as being absent during the night. The best evidence at the crime scene is the HP shoe, but it is not conclusive that his feet were in the shoes.
So here are the 3 best pieces of evidence for the PT: HP shoe, JY's adding additional life insurance coverage on MY, JY's past and present lack of respect and regard for women in his life.
The 3 best pieces of evidence for DT: Size 10 Franklin shoe, additional evidence at scene that points to additional individuals not identifiable by LE, CY did not identify him in her doll acting out at the Day Care Center even though she identified her mom.
I could actually add several additional pieces for the DT: Lack of the murder weapon, several eye witnesses citing unknown cars in the driveway (one identifying two individuals in the vehicle), tight window of time.
So if I were on the jury, I would vote NG of 1st degree even though I have strong doubt. For the record, If Gracie's identity could have been confirmed, I would be in the G side.
Thanks for suggesting this approach for sharing ideas without being snarky. To help know my background, I am multi-degreed, scientifically trained analytical, and taught to analyze more by proven facts than feelings. In spite of the snarkiness here sometimes, it is a real pleasure to share ideas with each of you. And, JTF, we do butt heads sometimes, but I truly admire your passion about this case.