GUILTY WI - Alexander Woodworth, 24, stabbed 16 times by Ezra McCandless, Eau Claire, Mar 2018

[Gardenista]

I feel more sorry for the adoptive grandmother. She was the only one who was crying. And the mother and father, just walked out and didn't even look at Ezra, but the grandmother stayed till they led her out. That grandmother's been through so much too, before and during all of this.

I missed the beginning of the trial. Did they talk about her grandmother then?

 

[zea mays]

I doubted their ability to win pretty much the entire trial until the close today but the state got it done. The prosecutor I was critical of during the cross was stellar today, was definitely not expecting that. Kudos to the state and I hope that Alex’s family gain some sort of closure with the verdict. Can’t replace what they lost but I’m sure this helps.

This is pretty much my sentiments exactly. The state had a plan and executed it flawlessly. It didn't make much sense while it was going on, but it all came together in the close - which is where it counts. Great job and I hope they family can take some measure of comfort in the verdict. Alex's reputation stands and that's important.

 

[Tippy Lynn]

I missed the beginning of the trial. Did they talk about her grandmother then?

I missed the talk about her grandmother as well.

At the end of the day, multiple families are suffering and there are no winners. However, I'm thankful for the guilty verdict.
jmo

 

[TTF14]

This is pretty much my sentiments exactly. The state had a plan and executed it flawlessly. It didn't make much sense while it was going on, but it all came together in the close - which is where it counts. Great job and I hope they family can take some measure of comfort in the verdict. Alex's reputation stands and that's important.

Agree. I think the trial would have been a week shorter if we hadn't had to listen to so much of Alex's journals, though. The jury clearly didn't care about it at all.

 

[Caylee Advocate]

The judge said the sentence is mandatory but parole can be discussed. Does anyone know what the mandatory sentence is?

Intentional homicide is considered a Class A felony in Wisconsin. If you are convicted under the charge of first-degree intentional homicide, then you will receive a mandatory sentence of life imprisonment. However, there is a chance to mitigate you charge and reduce your sentence if you can provide a good defense.

 

[zea mays]

Agree. I think the trial would have been a week shorter if we hadn't had to listen to so much of Alex's journals, though. The jury clearly didn't care about it at all.

Oh my goodness yes. The journals were PAINFUL.

 

[Curious Me]

I missed the beginning of the trial. Did they talk about her grandmother then?

I missed some of the beginning, too. Suddenly I had Court TV again on my line up! It was wonderful to be able to watch this trial. Hope they show parts of it over all weekend so I can catch what I missed. Thank You Jury!

 

[Rekamemoh]

She was trembling at the end. She's gonna lose it when she gets to her cell.

I noticed the trembling too. She looked so scared, like one of my puppy dogs during a thunderstorm....

 

[Gardenista]

It's heartbreaking that he likely wrapped that scarf around his neck to try to stop the bleeding.

 

[TTF14]

It's heartbreaking that he likely wrapped that scarf around his neck to try to stop the bleeding.

So very heartbreaking . And that he died alone .

 

[Tippy Lynn]

I missed some of the beginning, too. Suddenly I had Court TV again on my line up! It was wonderful to be able to watch this trial. Hope they show parts of it over all weekend so I can catch what I missed. Thank You Jury!

Most of the trial is online.
Recent Coverage - Court TV

 

[Jewels53]

Sentencing date is scheduled for Friday, February 7, 2020 at 9:00 am.

Why so long for the sentencing?

 

[Rekamemoh]

So very heartbreaking . And that he died alone .

And in a lot of pain. He did not do anything to Ezra to deserve to die alone and in pain.

 

[TTF14]

I can't remember if she talked about her when she testified or not. Not sure of the rules on doxing here, but the grandmother has talked about Ezra online. Her husband (Ezra's adoptive grandfather) died 2 months after Ezra killed Alex.

Does she think Ezra is innocent?

 

[Tippy Lynn]

Why so long for the sentencing?

It sounded like that was the date everyone was available, but I’m not positive.

 

[TTF14]

Why so long for the sentencing?

Maybe holiday plans and other trials scheduled?

 

[Caylee Advocate]

Our Lantern Will Be Lit In Memory of Alexander Woodworth, Christopher Race, Kiara Brown, Andrew T. Thorland and Timothy A. Thorland from 4/04/18 to 4/10/18

 

[Tippy Lynn]

I can't remember if she talked about her when she testified or not. Not sure of the rules on doxing here, but the grandmother has talked about Ezra online. Her husband (Ezra's adoptive grandfather) died 2 months after Ezra killed Alex.

The first testimony was heard on Tuesday, including statements from the victim’s mother, grandmother and the medical examiner.

Dunn County murder trial opening statements highlight gruesome details

 

[TTF14]

I really do not think Ezra can be rehabilitated, and being imprisoned at such a young age will not do anything good for her mental health, coping skills, and sense of morality moving forward. I hope the judge considers all of this when he is deciding whether or when she should get parole. There is no hope for her being a productive member of society, ever. She is a broken and deranged human.

 

[Jewels53]

It sounded like that was the date everyone was available, but I’m not positive.

So that means she stays in Jail and not Prison. That is a long time to wait for sentencing.