GUILTY CO - Gannon Stauch, 11, found deceased, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, 27 Jan 2020 *Arrest* #69
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The family of the 11-year-old boy who was killed by his step-mom gave emotional impact statements before Letecia Stauch was given the maximum sentences.
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KDVR) — Letecia Stauch was found guilty Monday of all counts related to murdering her 11-year-old stepson, Gannon.
The counts include first-degree murder after deliberation, first-degree murder of a child under 12 years old by a person in a position of trust, tampering with a deceased human body and tampering with physical evidence.
Family gives emotional impact statements as Stauch was sentenced to life for killing 11-year-old step-son
The family of the 11-year-old boy who was killed by his step-mom gave emotional impact statements before Letecia Stauch was given the maximum sentences.
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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KDVR) — Letecia Stauch was found guilty Monday of all counts related to murdering her 11-year-old stepson, Gannon.
The counts include first-degree murder after deliberation, first-degree murder of a child under 12 years old by a person in a position of trust, tampering with a deceased human body and tampering with physical evidence.
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The judge who sentenced murderous stepmom Leticia Stauch to life in prison without parole called the evidence against her the “most horrific” he has ever seen and said her actions deserved the maximum punishment under Colorado law.
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The judge, Gregory Werner, took the defendant to task for this strategy, however. He pointed out that few people with mental health issues become violent, and that fewer still commit murder.
The judge detailed Stauch’s shifting stories about Gannon’s disappearance on Jan. 27, 2020, which ranged from Gannon simply going missing to an abductor taking the child, and then, finally, to “Maria Sanchez” pulling the trigger on the child.
Letecia Stauch hid his body from law enforcement and loved ones and took it all the way to Pensacola, Florida, where she pushed it in a suitcase over a bridge railing. Bridge workers found the suitcase — and the remains — on March 17, 2020.
In light of all that, Werner was incredulous about the multiple personality claim. Sardonically, he pointed out there was no time after the murder in which Letecia Stauch came out and wondered, “Gee, why am I carrying a body around in my luggage?”
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Werner detailed the scope of that betrayal. Not only did the defendant betray Gannon and his parents, but also his younger biological sister Laina Stauch, and Harley Hunt, who is Letecia’s daughter from another relationship. The judge commended Hunt for the courage to testify at this trial. There is no evidence the young woman played a role in the killing or cover-up, but some people still think she is somehow involved, Werner said.
“She wasn’t,” he said.
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The defense pointed out at closing arguments that the state had no motive in the killing, but Werner suggested the likeliest answer is anger. He argued that Stauch — frustrated with her home life and having to take care of Al Stauch’s children — took this frustration out on Gannon.
“You have shown no remorse throughout this process,” he said.
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The judge, Gregory Werner, took the defendant to task for this strategy, however. He pointed out that few people with mental health issues become violent, and that fewer still commit murder.
The judge detailed Stauch’s shifting stories about Gannon’s disappearance on Jan. 27, 2020, which ranged from Gannon simply going missing to an abductor taking the child, and then, finally, to “Maria Sanchez” pulling the trigger on the child.
Letecia Stauch hid his body from law enforcement and loved ones and took it all the way to Pensacola, Florida, where she pushed it in a suitcase over a bridge railing. Bridge workers found the suitcase — and the remains — on March 17, 2020.
In light of all that, Werner was incredulous about the multiple personality claim. Sardonically, he pointed out there was no time after the murder in which Letecia Stauch came out and wondered, “Gee, why am I carrying a body around in my luggage?”
[…]
Werner detailed the scope of that betrayal. Not only did the defendant betray Gannon and his parents, but also his younger biological sister Laina Stauch, and Harley Hunt, who is Letecia’s daughter from another relationship. The judge commended Hunt for the courage to testify at this trial. There is no evidence the young woman played a role in the killing or cover-up, but some people still think she is somehow involved, Werner said.
“She wasn’t,” he said.
[…]
The defense pointed out at closing arguments that the state had no motive in the killing, but Werner suggested the likeliest answer is anger. He argued that Stauch — frustrated with her home life and having to take care of Al Stauch’s children — took this frustration out on Gannon.
“You have shown no remorse throughout this process,” he said.
Judge calls evidence against murderous stepmom Letecia Stauch the most horrific he has ever seen
In sentencing a murderous stepmom to life in prison without parole, a judge called the evidence against her the "most horrific" he has ever seen.
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In a statement from El Paso County Sheriff Joe Roybal, he said, "This case was arguably one of the largest in our Sheriff’s Office history, in both notoriety and depth of information collected." Full statement: https://epcsheriffsoffice.com/news-releases/el-paso-county-sheriff-issues-statement-following-gannon-stauch-trial-verdict
SHOUTOUT TO ASHLEY AND COLETTE THREAD: I know many journalists have worked hard sharing Gannon Stauch’s story and covering the court case. But I want to give kudos to @ColetteBordelon and @AshleyPorteeyo.
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I believe LS's attorneys are aware, and used the term "San Carlos" loosely as would most defense attorneys familiar with the State's mental system.
Since San Carlos is actually located on the grounds of CMHP where State staff is known to overlap, and based on need, women inmates undergoing treatment are sometimes located in "block 7" adjacent to San Carlos, and right or wrong, is often referenced simply as San Carlos-- most likely because most are familiar with the facility location (Pueblo). This is MOO based on what I'm told by personal friends employed/contracted at CMHP.
Colette, when she worked for @KOAA, put care and effort into sharing Gannon’s story from the beginning. Her storytelling was amazing. She showed compassion to Gannon’s family. Even when she started working for @DenverChannel, she never forgot about Gannon and his family.
Ashley’s reporting of the court case was impeccable. The amount of hours she put in to make sure every fact was shared from the case is unbelievable, just look at the notes she posted on her Twitter for proof. She worked tirelessly to make sure her reporting was good quality.
Ashley’s reporting of the court case was impeccable. The amount of hours she put in to make sure every fact was shared from the case is unbelievable, just look at the notes she posted on her Twitter for proof. She worked tirelessly to make sure her reporting was good quality.
I had to work today, so I couldn't catch all of this live, but I am SO relieved that the jury saw through LS and found her GUILTY!!
Thank goodness justice prevailed and LS will finally face consequences for her crimes.
I was happy with the sentencing from the judge. He was a steady, impartial but compassionate presence throughout the trial. I don't think he was fooled for a second by LS' conniving claims and antics.
It still boggles my mind that Dr. Lewis was so willfully hoodwinked (imo) by LS. LS is not brilliant nor hugely intelligent. She's just cunning and manipulative. There's a difference.
The impact statements made me cry, but I did feel a catharsis for the family and community who have suffered over the past few years, had to endure Letecia's taunting, the "game" that she played up until today. We will likely never know exactly what happened that fateful day, but I'd rather just memory hole LS than plead with her further to come clean and give more details. She's not worth anyone's time or attention any longer. May she, indeed, languish in prison where she belongs.
As I watched the replay of the verdict and sentencing, not once did LS seem upset or ashamed by the proceedings. Not once was she moved by the impact statements or the judge's summation before sentencing. In fact, there were a few moments where I thought I saw a sly smirk, the kind a narcissist or sadist sports when they are witnessing the pain of their victims. That was the true LS. The one who enjoyed hurting those she was angry with or jealous of.
I am so grateful that she will be removed from society now for the rest of her life and can no longer harm any children. Good riddance.
Thank goodness justice prevailed and LS will finally face consequences for her crimes.
I was happy with the sentencing from the judge. He was a steady, impartial but compassionate presence throughout the trial. I don't think he was fooled for a second by LS' conniving claims and antics.
It still boggles my mind that Dr. Lewis was so willfully hoodwinked (imo) by LS. LS is not brilliant nor hugely intelligent. She's just cunning and manipulative. There's a difference.
The impact statements made me cry, but I did feel a catharsis for the family and community who have suffered over the past few years, had to endure Letecia's taunting, the "game" that she played up until today. We will likely never know exactly what happened that fateful day, but I'd rather just memory hole LS than plead with her further to come clean and give more details. She's not worth anyone's time or attention any longer. May she, indeed, languish in prison where she belongs.
As I watched the replay of the verdict and sentencing, not once did LS seem upset or ashamed by the proceedings. Not once was she moved by the impact statements or the judge's summation before sentencing. In fact, there were a few moments where I thought I saw a sly smirk, the kind a narcissist or sadist sports when they are witnessing the pain of their victims. That was the true LS. The one who enjoyed hurting those she was angry with or jealous of.
I am so grateful that she will be removed from society now for the rest of her life and can no longer harm any children. Good riddance.
Letecia Stauch gets two life sentences without the possibility of parole for killing her stepson, Gannon Stauch, in 2020
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EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. – The woman charged with killing her 11-year-old stepson and dumping his remains across the country in early 2020 was found guilty of murder Monday and sentenced to two life sentences without parole following a month-long trial.
Letecia Stauch pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity in the killing of Gannon Stauch in February of last year, after claiming she had suffered a psychotic break that led to the boy’s death – something her defense attorney did not dispute in closing arguments, arguing her actions were not those of a sane woman, who had disassociated since the killing on Jan. 27, 2020.
However, the jury rejected that claim and found her guilty on all charges. She did not appear to show any reaction to the verdict as it was read, sitting at the defense table between her two lawyers. Later, as everyone milled around court talking, she sat there alone, taking sips of water.
Letecia Stauch guilty of murder in killing of 11-year-old Gannon Stauch, gets two life sentences
The woman charged with killing her 11-year-old stepson and dumping his remains across the country in early 2020 was found guilty of murder and sentenced to two life sentences without parole.
www.denver7.com
Letecia Stauch guilty of murder in killing of 11-year-old Gannon Stauch, gets two life sentences
Court rejects insanity claim, hands down two life sentencesEL PASO COUNTY, Colo. – The woman charged with killing her 11-year-old stepson and dumping his remains across the country in early 2020 was found guilty of murder Monday and sentenced to two life sentences without parole following a month-long trial.
Letecia Stauch pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity in the killing of Gannon Stauch in February of last year, after claiming she had suffered a psychotic break that led to the boy’s death – something her defense attorney did not dispute in closing arguments, arguing her actions were not those of a sane woman, who had disassociated since the killing on Jan. 27, 2020.
However, the jury rejected that claim and found her guilty on all charges. She did not appear to show any reaction to the verdict as it was read, sitting at the defense table between her two lawyers. Later, as everyone milled around court talking, she sat there alone, taking sips of water.
A few more videos from today, as the Stauch family finally got the justice they’ve been wanting and waiting for, for more than three years.
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