Abby & Libby - The Delphi Murders - Richard Allen Arrested - #199
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It’s been 7 years, 8 months and 5 days since Abby Williams and Libby German went missing in #Delphi. Their bodies were found the next day. Today, the double murder trial for accused killer #RichardAllen begins. People have been camped out outside the #CarrollCounty courthouse all night ahead of opening statements.
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It’s been 7 years, 8 months and 5 days since Abby Williams and Libby German went missing in #Delphi. Their bodies were found the next day. Today, the double murder trial for accused killer #RichardAllen begins. People have been camped out outside the #CarrollCounty courthouse all night ahead of opening statements.
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Each night of the #Delphi murders trial, I plan to post a thread of 13 details or observations from the day’s events. I’ll explain whether my post is based on things I personally saw/heard (if I got a media pass to be inside the courtroom) or from media pool reports. #wthr 1/
With so much happening today, I thought it would be a good idea to start with a thread on the eve of the trial. So here it goes… beginning with my notes from this afternoon’s meeting between Judge Gull and media inside the Carroll County courtroom. 2/
Each night of the #Delphi murders trial, I plan to post a thread of 13 details or observations from the day’s events. I’ll explain whether my post is based on things I personally saw/heard (if I got a media pass to be inside the courtroom) or from media pool reports. #wthr 1/
With so much happening today, I thought it would be a good idea to start with a thread on the eve of the trial. So here it goes… beginning with my notes from this afternoon’s meeting between Judge Gull and media inside the Carroll County courtroom. 2/
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I bet it's going to be really hot in there. Hope people wear removable layers!
As always, JMO.
13 Things To Know From The Delphi Murders Trial Today - Oct 171. The judge met w reporters ahead of Friday’s opening statements. Reminded us no cameras or electronic devices allowed in the courtroom but “You can have pens & paper & may take all the notes you wish.” 3/
2. Judge Gull pointed out there are 72 seats in the courtroom. 30 are reserved for the families of Libby, Abby and Richard Allen (10 each) & another 12 for media. That leaves 30 seats for the public—perhaps a few more if all the seats allotted for families are not used. 4/ #wthr
3. The judge intends for each trial day to last from roughly 9-6, but said testimony on some days might end sooner or later than that. Gull said she could end much earlier on some days if it seems jurors appear overwhelmed by disturbing evidence or testimony. 5/ #wthr
4. The jury box can accommodate all 12 jurors but not the 4 alternates. So that leaves an awkward setup where the alternates will be seated in chairs at a table that’s in front of the jurors. The judge said it’s “not ideal” but the best they can do. 6/ #wthr
5. Judge Gull said jurors were required to turn over their cell phones to court staff after they were sworn in this morning. During the month-long trial, #Delphi jurors will be able to access their phones to call family/friends only in the presence of a bailiff. 7/ #wthr
2. Judge Gull pointed out there are 72 seats in the courtroom. 30 are reserved for the families of Libby, Abby and Richard Allen (10 each) & another 12 for media. That leaves 30 seats for the public—perhaps a few more if all the seats allotted for families are not used. 4/ #wthr
3. The judge intends for each trial day to last from roughly 9-6, but said testimony on some days might end sooner or later than that. Gull said she could end much earlier on some days if it seems jurors appear overwhelmed by disturbing evidence or testimony. 5/ #wthr
4. The jury box can accommodate all 12 jurors but not the 4 alternates. So that leaves an awkward setup where the alternates will be seated in chairs at a table that’s in front of the jurors. The judge said it’s “not ideal” but the best they can do. 6/ #wthr
5. Judge Gull said jurors were required to turn over their cell phones to court staff after they were sworn in this morning. During the month-long trial, #Delphi jurors will be able to access their phones to call family/friends only in the presence of a bailiff. 7/ #wthr
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6. Jurors’ families can visit them on Sundays (their only day off) under court supervision. Jurors’ hotel rooms will have no TVs or phones. They can watch TV or movies — again under court supervision to make sure they don’t access info or media coverage about the trial. 8/ #wthr
7. Speaking about the challenges that sequestered jurors will face during a lengthy murder trial and the evidence they’ll have to consider, Judge Gull said “My bailiff & I signed up for this gross work. These nice people did not.” 9/ #wthr
8. The judge reminded media of her order that jurors are NOT to be photographed. She said new fencing/tarps on the west side of the courthouse—where jurors will enter & exit—is intentional to protect their privacy & safety. Thats where Gull & Allen will also enter/exit. 10/ #wthr
9. The added security measures, huge number of witnesses & experts, & extended length of the trial are adding BIG costs for Carroll Co. Earlier today, I attended a county council meeting where councilors added another $2.2 Million to their #Delphi murders trial budget. 11/ #wthr
10. That extra $2.2M DOUBLES the county’s original allocation & the new $4.3M trial budget will cost each & every Carroll Co resident roughly $200. Some county officials told me they don’t know if even that will be enough if Allen is convicted and files an appeal. 12/ #wthr
11. I’m pleased to report #WTHR was selected (in a random drawing) as one of 12 media outlets that will be inside the courtroom for opening arguments Friday morning. I am honored to represent 13News and to bring you courtroom coverage from Day 1 of the trial in #Delphi. 13/
7. Speaking about the challenges that sequestered jurors will face during a lengthy murder trial and the evidence they’ll have to consider, Judge Gull said “My bailiff & I signed up for this gross work. These nice people did not.” 9/ #wthr
8. The judge reminded media of her order that jurors are NOT to be photographed. She said new fencing/tarps on the west side of the courthouse—where jurors will enter & exit—is intentional to protect their privacy & safety. Thats where Gull & Allen will also enter/exit. 10/ #wthr
9. The added security measures, huge number of witnesses & experts, & extended length of the trial are adding BIG costs for Carroll Co. Earlier today, I attended a county council meeting where councilors added another $2.2 Million to their #Delphi murders trial budget. 11/ #wthr
10. That extra $2.2M DOUBLES the county’s original allocation & the new $4.3M trial budget will cost each & every Carroll Co resident roughly $200. Some county officials told me they don’t know if even that will be enough if Allen is convicted and files an appeal. 12/ #wthr
11. I’m pleased to report #WTHR was selected (in a random drawing) as one of 12 media outlets that will be inside the courtroom for opening arguments Friday morning. I am honored to represent 13News and to bring you courtroom coverage from Day 1 of the trial in #Delphi. 13/
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Oh I forgot to mention at yesterday's hearing the defense proposed and the judge agreed to let all the 3 day hearing testimonies to be considered offers of proof in the trial. Defense said to help saving time in having to call them again to testify. So I'm thinking that 120 witnesses may have been knocked down a bit.
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I am too. I can not believe this! If this is allowed, it seems to be grounds for a mistrial, before the trial even begins, IMO!
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Such a small Courthouse, I can understand how there is room for only 72 people. This is a case of a picture is worth 1,000 words.
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Today really is the day.
Outside the Carroll County Courthouse, ahead of a 9 am start to the trial of Richard Allen.An update from last night: Delphi trial: Composite sketches, other unresolved issues before opening statements Friday: https://basedinlafayette.com/p/delphi-trial-composite-sketches-other
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