Found Deceased AL - Aniah Haley Blanchard, 19, Auburn, Lee County, 23 Oct 2019 #3 *Arrest*

[peppertheyorkiepoo]

My thoughts from his mugshot. The slack jaw gives him a, as you say, less than brightest-bulb look. But cover the lower half of his face and look at the eyes. Stone cold evil IMO

Every picture I have seen IY head is tilted, like he can not hold his head up.

 

[dotr]

Did it rub anyone else the wrong way that everyone, including the judge, wished him good luck at the end of the extradition hearing? The outcome here shouldn’t be about luck, and this is not a man who deserves good luck IMO. I don’t know, something about it just seemed weird. Maybe they do that with everyone.

It caught my attention too, but- in a way the courtesy and even friendliness shown the accused, highlighted the contrast between a cowardly and wicked excuse for a human being and decent, polite people, who were essentially extending hospitality to an undeserving and unwanted guest.
imo, speculation.

 

[dotr]

My thoughts from his mugshot. The slack jaw gives him a, as you say, less than brightest-bulb look. But cover the lower half of his face and look at the eyes. Stone cold evil IMO

Thinking he is channeling the Golden State Killer's post arrest village idiot affect, imo, speculation.

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[Knox]

It caught my attention too, but- in a way the courtesy and even friendliness shown the accused, highlighted the contrast between a cowardly and wicked excuse for a human being and decent, polite people, who were essentially extending hospitality to an undeserving and unwanted guest.
imo, speculation.

Or, they were just super grateful Alabama was going to be taking him off their hands!!!

FWIW, I noticed it too and commented they treated him like a kindergartner. It was def odd and awkward to watch the interactions for sure.

 

[wyome]

It caught my attention too, but- in a way the courtesy and even friendliness shown the accused, highlighted the contrast between a cowardly and wicked excuse for a human being and decent, polite people, who were essentially extending hospitality to an undeserving and unwanted guest.
imo, speculation.

wow well said!

 

[SAMS]

Blayne Alexander on Twitter


“Auburn police believe Yazeed did NOT act alone. They are looking for more potential suspects.

And more than two weeks later, teams are still looking for #AniahBlanchard.”

Didn’t see this posted yet, apologies if it’s a dup.

 

[Gussified]

FWIW, I noticed it too and commented they treated him like a kindergartner. It was def odd and awkward to watch the interactions for sure.

Especially the public defender saying to him...don’t talk, stop talking, do not talk, stop, just stop,...

 

[modesty blaise]

My thoughts from his mugshot. The slack jaw gives him a, as you say, less than brightest-bulb look. But cover the lower half of his face and look at the eyes. Stone cold evil IMO

Stone cold evil was my exact reaction. I literally had to look away from the picture. Poor aniah.

 

[Drc40]

Did it rub anyone else the wrong way that everyone, including the judge, wished him good luck at the end of the extradition hearing? The outcome here shouldn’t be about luck, and this is not a man who deserves good luck IMO. I don’t know, something about it just seemed weird. Maybe they do that with everyone.

Made we want to vomit actually. I don’t know anything about this judge but hopefully he wouldn’t be of the same ilk of the judge that let this monster bail for attempted murder.

 

[diggndeeperstill]

At the risk of sounding like a broken record but this crime should NEVER be bondable. Take into account his previous crimes and it’s utterly inconceivable how a judge could set bail. The entire legal system allowing this is severely broken and almost beyond repair. I’m outraged just thinking how this happened. Culpability lies all over the place. CHANGE THE LAWS NOW!

i agree... while researching I came across this horrid case. They actually appear to have bond amounts as well. https://www.al.com/news/montgomery/2018/10/4-montgomery-teens-charged-in-violent-crime-spree-including-kidnapping-and-gang-rape-of-woman.html

 

[MadTing]

Blayne Alexander on Twitter


“Auburn police believe Yazeed did NOT act alone. They are looking for more potential suspects.

And more than two weeks later, teams are still looking for #AniahBlanchard.”

Didn’t see this posted yet, apologies if it’s a dup.

In the video linked to that article in a police captain categorically states " We know he did not act alone"

I found it strange that there was no mention of yazeed's DNA being in the car in the affidavit, i am wondering if they have found DNA in the car and its from somebody else.

 

[mom2chloe]

It's a shame because females should be able to go get a bag of chips and be safe. Our justice system has to do a better job.

Although I am not a fan of guns, I recently purchased tasers and pepper spray for my teenage daughter and her friend. The sad truth is we can never be safe enough. Despite not wanting to get involved in a DV situation or any other please protect yourself and loved ones. Indifference to these situations is what enables others to harm. We all deserve safety and protection and for those who are uncomfortable with firearms, there are other options. Call 911 and protect yourself with every means possible!

 

[AZlawyer]

Thanks so much for responding!

In short, this is a tragic case of a young college student in Alabama stopping off at a gas station late one night on her way home and is never seen again. Her car was located with a large amount of blood in the passenger seat, but she has not been found. It's taken several weeks, but a POI was identified, and arrested just yesterday (he was fleeing from police and they apprehended him in Florida.)

This perp has a rap sheet of violence that goes way back. He is currently out on bond for attempted murder, kidnapping and robbery when he killed this innocent young woman.

So generally I was curious what happens in proceeding with this potential kidnapping & murder trial while he's still pending trial for the other? Will one get shelved, so to speak or is it more likely that the two different public offenders will just prepare independently?

Got it. It depends. If he’s been charged he has speedy trial rights. If he waived those and his two teams and the prosecutors all agree they can determine what will go first.

The public defenders will indeed prepare separately because the cases aren’t linked.

I was summoned to this thread also and was about to say much the same thing. There are a million little details in either case that could affect which one goes to trial first.

90% of legal questions can be answered with "it depends" tbh

 

[Gone Girl]

May I ask you a question please? I previously posted some suggestions for elected officials and policy makers to consider in my write in campaign. One was to eliminate the 10% bond and the other was to eliminate bonding completely for those unable to afford their own attorney. Basically my thought process was to make bonds their actual amount, not 10%. It’s just a fallacy when a judge imposes bail of 100’s of thousands when it’s only 10%. Just from reading here it appears many people are unaware of this little “catch” in the system.. My contention is if public awareness of this 10% rule was increased there would be outrage. My thinking on the second part is if someone can’t afford their own attorney they shouldn’t be bonded out at all. How can you afford to bond but can’t pay a lawyer? I’m not originally from the US so I’m not familiar with the constitution but it was mentioned both these suggestions would be unconstitutional. Does the constitution actually state bail must only be 10% of the imposed amount? Does the constitution actually state something about the right to bail and still have a publicly paid defender?

Hi there, sorry for my late reply and apologize if someone already answered you. Typically, depending on state, you can still get a public defender even if you post bond. You just need to file financial paperwork explaining you can not afford counsel. Obviously, the court will consider the fact your bond was posted but it is absolutely your constitutional right to counsel. Keep in mind also that often people other than accused post bond for them so the accused may still be indigent. I appreciate what you are saying about the 10% vs full bond, but I am willing to overlook that. My main concern and focus would be severely restricting bond of violent offenders and especially repeat violent offenders. This slipped through the cracks here. Plain and simple. I do appreciate and agree with your sentiments. ETA, IMHO

 

[gitana1]

I was summoned to this thread also and was about to say much the same thing. There are a million little details in either case that could affect which one goes to trial first.

90% of legal questions can be answered with "it depends" tbh

Ha ha! Nice to see you. It’s been awhile.

 

[155etta]

Did it rub anyone else the wrong way that everyone, including the judge, wished him good luck at the end of the extradition hearing? The outcome here shouldn’t be about luck, and this is not a man who deserves good luck IMO. I don’t know, something about it just seemed weird. Maybe they do that with everyone.

Innocent until proven guilty is my guess. Let me be clear, I'm not saying he's innocent. I just think they have to be professional.

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[Steph8angels]

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[peppertheyorkiepoo]

Does Alabama have an elder abuse law? Georgia does. I assume Alabama doesn't, b/c no charges (that I see) for beating a 77 year old man. This guy is a peace of work.Mean as hell, uses his childhood injury for simpathy. Eliminate !!!!!!!!!!

 

[michellefultzyahoo.com]

Been gone all day, catching up here. Any news on search for Aniah

 

[0101ABA]

Alabama does have elder abuse laws:

Universal Citation: AL Code § 38-9E-3 (2013)
Section 38-9E-3Elder abuse and neglect - First degree.
(a) A person commits the crime of elder abuse and neglect in the first degree if he or she intentionally abuses or neglects any elderly person and the abuse or neglect causes serious physical injury to the elderly person.

(b) Elder abuse and neglect in the first degree is a Class A felony.

2013 Code of Alabama :: Title 38 - PUBLIC WELFARE. :: Chapter 9E - Protecting Alabama's Elders Act. :: Section 38-9E-3 - Elder abuse and neglect - First degree.

His actions seemingly would fit first degree elder abuse, but hopefully one of our verified attorneys will chime in because I am definitely not qualified to dissect the nuances in the verbiage of the law.