GUILTY DE - Dr. Earl Bradley for sex abuse, child 🤬🤬🤬🤬, Lewes, 2009

[Missizzy]

This case reminds me, in many ways, of Wayne Bleyle's sick acts directed at severely brain damaged children. Obviously, Bradley was looking for violent acts and he got them. Bleyle must have been looking for total compliance. I imagine that he sold his under the genre of "sleeping children". I wonder if the buyers knew (or cared) that the little ones were brain damaged and totally helpless? The following article highlights that there are some similarities in the way LE went about building their cases:

http://www.ice.gov/pi/news/newsreleases/articles/070614sandeigo.htm

"During a year-long investigation by ICE, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and the San Diego Police Department Child Abuse Unit, agents traced more than 100,000 images of child to Bleyle's home computer. Agents estimate at least 400 of those images were among those he exchanged in a popular child file-sharing network, where he was known as one of the top traders."



I'm getting the feeling that some children are possibly "sacrificed" (sorry, but I can't think of a better word) while LE is building a case against someone they believe to be a really big player. That breaks my heart. I can't imagine finding out that your child was one of the victims after LE started an investigation. That would be wrenching.

I'd also like to know why we've never heard more about the file-sharing network which Bleyle was active with. Have there been other arrests? I wonder if there could be some connection between the two men, given that they both were professionals working with children?

I also have to ask where the other 99,600 photos came from?

 

[not_my_kids]

“The accusations are awful,” said Dr. Bradley’s lawyer, Eugene J. Maurer Jr. “But they are still just accusations.”
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/24/us/24pediatrician.html

Pretty sure this has been posted, but I couldn't find it when I looked. Is this his public defender or his hired lawyer?

(I didn't pick this quote because I agree with it, just because it gave the lawyers name.)

 

[Texas Mist]

This case reminds me, in many ways, of Wayne Bleyle's sick acts directed at severely brain damaged children. Obviously, Bradley was looking for violent acts and he got them. Bleyle must have been looking for total compliance. I imagine that he sold his under the genre of "sleeping children". I wonder if the buyers knew (or cared) that the little ones were brain damaged and totally helpless? The following article highlights that there are some similarities in the way LE went about building their cases:

http://www.ice.gov/pi/news/newsreleases/articles/070614sandeigo.htm

"During a year-long investigation by ICE, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, and the San Diego Police Department Child Abuse Unit, agents traced more than 100,000 images of child to Bleyle's home computer. Agents estimate at least 400 of those images were among those he exchanged in a popular child file-sharing network, where he was known as one of the top traders."



I'm getting the feeling that some children are possibly "sacrificed" (sorry, but I can't think of a better word) while LE is building a case against someone they believe to be a really big player. That breaks my heart. I can't imagine finding out that your child was one of the victims after LE started an investigation. That would be wrenching.

I'd also like to know why we've never heard more about the file-sharing network which Bleyle was active with. Have there been other arrests? I wonder if there could be some connection between the two men, given that they both were professionals working with children?

I also have to ask where the other 99,600 photos came from?

MissIzzy - the file-sharing network is most likely via IRC -- at least from my research on pedophiles...the 'chat rooms' can be secured w/ passwords as well as the shared files....they are harder to track because the IRC chat names/monikers can be changed w/i minutes, unlike for instance an AOL screenname...and IRC is free...the files don't have to be hosted on a webserver that requires any kind of registration for a domain name.

Here's some info from the FBI on IRC & how files are shared

http://www.oss.net/dynamaster/file_archive/040319/340954b211d6b795fce97941c74e0b94/OSS1998-E1-44.pdf

 

[Texas Mist]

“The accusations are awful,” said Dr. Bradley’s lawyer, Eugene J. Maurer Jr. “But they are still just accusations.”
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/24/us/24pediatrician.html

Pretty sure this has been posted, but I couldn't find it when I looked. Is this his public defender or his hired lawyer?

(I didn't pick this quote because I agree with it, just because it gave the lawyers name.)

Sounds like a hired lawyer to me...he was one of Tom Capano's attorneys.

Not small potatoes, IMO.

 

[Fairy1]

“The accusations are awful,” said Dr. Bradley’s lawyer, Eugene J. Maurer Jr. “But they are still just accusations.”
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/24/us/24pediatrician.html

Pretty sure this has been posted, but I couldn't find it when I looked. Is this his public defender or his hired lawyer?

(I didn't pick this quote because I agree with it, just because it gave the lawyers name.)

Accusations supported by video. FGS - think of what lengths this monster went to to ensure he could have what he wanted!!! Freak.

WHERE were the parents when these children were being violently abused? I was ALWAYS IN THE ROOM when my children saw their pediatricians. If a doctor would have asked me to leave, I would have; with my child. I don't want to blame the parents of the victims here, but for crying out loud - is there no common sense anymore? No instinct to protect?

 

[lemonmoussetart]

“The accusations are awful,” said Dr. Bradley’s lawyer, Eugene J. Maurer Jr. “But they are still just accusations.”
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/24/us/24pediatrician.html

Pretty sure this has been posted, but I couldn't find it when I looked. Is this his public defender or his hired lawyer?

(I didn't pick this quote because I agree with it, just because it gave the lawyers name.)

NMK with the bond he came up with, surely he would not have a public defender. :furious:

 

[mysteriew]

Child rapes are considered one of the hardest cases to prosecute. A young child is often vague on details, can be hard to understand even if they can talk and sometimes with a kid memory of events and fantasy can become easily confused. And many young kids the courts consider too young to testify even if they were able to talk to the investigator and tell the investigator a believable outline of events.

So then LE has to fall back on other evidence. The parents didn't see what happened, because the kids were taken out of the room. DNA if the parents took the kids to LE soon enough, but in many cases they will delay and debate first. Or an independent witness, someone who walked in on them for instance.

To get into the office or home to look for things like pictures or videos LE needs probable cause to take to a judge. A parent making a statement that they "think" their child has been raped is not enough evidence. Even a very young child's statement "the doctor hurt my bottom" is often not enough. Because it wouldn't be unusual for a doctor to hurt a child's "bottom" (shots.) Proof that the child has been raped often isn't enough, because the child may not be able to tell the investigator consistently who hurt them or when or how. And a child may see multiple people in a period of time, so they can't serve a search warrant on all of them.

Getting proof of a child's rape isn't easy. And I would really hate to be LE in this situation, because yes they may have known for year and have been unable to do anything about it.

 

[not_my_kids]

NMK with the bond he came up with, surely he would not have a public defender. :furious:

There was talk earlier that he did not have an attorney.

 

[Texas Mist]

There was talk earlier that he did not have an attorney.

I guess he got one since info at this link says he "hired" an attorney

http://www.delawareonline.com/artic...AG-s-office-Pediatrician-may-have-100-victims

 

[Missizzy]

Mysteriew--Thanks for reminding us about the need for evidence. Hard evidence that cannot be refuted. Oh man, I'm glad I wasn't on the team watching this guy. Can you imagine the stress and anguish with that. Those people must be so relieved that they can now get on with the investigation and trial. I'll bet they're breathing a little easier tonight.

You make some excellent points about how difficult it is to prosecute when your witness is only 2 or 3. They just can't be cross-examined without becoming confused. Of all our children who were raped, the lowest functioning child's testimony was some of the most damning. She is totally concrete in her thinking and used very simple words. She's also deaf but reads lips. Her testimony just flattened the defense.

But I'll never forget how scared I was that she would not be approved to testify. When the judge asked her what the truth was, she answered, "It's what really happened." When he asked her what a lie was, she said, "A big fat story". She sat on that witness stand for almost two hours and there were two Rape 1 convictions for her. I hadn't seen her videotape or heard most of her testimony so it was tough. When I delivered her back to the Children's Room they set up for us (and which was staffed by teachers from our school who used sick days to help), I stepped out of the courthouse and just wailed. I've never, not even when my granddaughter died, cried so hard. Her testimony was absolutely the most difficult thing I've ever lived through.

Of course I knew she was telling the truth but what I wouldn't have given for some photos or a video. You can't argue with that. I wonder how our evil Dr. is planning on handling this mess? I wonder if they'll have to call many of the littlest of the children? Wouldn't that be wonderful if the videos saved them from having to testify?

 

[Missizzy]

Maurer has defended some fine local guys:

http://www.intercom.net/~terrypl/Clampitt.html

"He's every woman's worst nightmare. He's a police officer who while on duty and in uniform was raping women who were in his custody."

 

[Missizzy]

Some more snippets of comments from:

http://www.capegazette.com/pages/webcomments.html

"Earl Bradley is one of the finest human beings alive. I have worked with him in the past and am a personal friend of his. Please do not judge him, I know in my heart he will be cleared of ALL charges. God bless this man and forgive those who falsely accuse him!!"

This might be appropriate today as we're all believing in Santa Claus. But what about tomorrow?



"....set time to see them if they became ill. The children loved to go to the doctor’s office – they got to watch movies play, games and receive presents after getting vaccines."

Can I ask when it became the norm to expect a trip to the doctor's to be similar to a trip to the miniature golf range or to the county carnival? I don't get this. Even small children can be taught that some outings (like doctor's visits, visiting elders, and church...are serious business). Maybe I'm in the minority but a cute sticker or a Spiderman band-aid seems more in line to me.



"He always seemed to push my son away. I felt very uncomfortable around him. He once told my husband and daughter he didn't have a medical license - that he didn't pass a certain certification test so he didn't get his certificate! What I would like to know is why he would say such a thing? He was always a strange-acting person."

I think it's quite clear that Dr. Bradley was targeting little girls and that's what worries me about his daughters. I wouldn't doubt for a second, though, that a video of a little boy comes up which would point towards trading. And what about the strange comment about not having a license. Why would he say that? Are we sure he had a license? He really enjoyed shocking people. IMO, that's just another form of control.



"My thoughts and prayers go to Dr. Bradley’s family; He's been a good man in my kid’s in my eyes. Hold your head high, Dr. Bradley"--your favorite server

Maybe his family didn't let him eat at home so he had to eat out.

 

[Missizzy]

http://www.capegazette.com/storiescurrent/200912/bradley-pa22.html

Bradley accused of misconduct in Pennsylvania

"A Cape Gazette investigation shows Dr. Earl Bradley was accused of sexual misconduct in Pennsylvania in 1994, but an investigation of the charge found no charges were warranted.

Bradley’s medical license in Pennsylvania was issued in July 1984; records show it expired Dec. 31, 2002; its current status is inactive. The license was temporarily suspended Tuesday, Dec. 22, Pennsylvania officials announced.

A review of that license shows a complaint to the licensing board was filed by a consumer or patient against Bradley June 24, 1994, for sexual misconduct."

 

[jjenny]

Child rapes are considered one of the hardest cases to prosecute. A young child is often vague on details, can be hard to understand even if they can talk and sometimes with a kid memory of events and fantasy can become easily confused. And many young kids the courts consider too young to testify even if they were able to talk to the investigator and tell the investigator a believable outline of events.

So then LE has to fall back on other evidence. The parents didn't see what happened, because the kids were taken out of the room. DNA if the parents took the kids to LE soon enough, but in many cases they will delay and debate first. Or an independent witness, someone who walked in on them for instance.

To get into the office or home to look for things like pictures or videos LE needs probable cause to take to a judge. A parent making a statement that they "think" their child has been raped is not enough evidence. Even a very young child's statement "the doctor hurt my bottom" is often not enough. Because it wouldn't be unusual for a doctor to hurt a child's "bottom" (shots.) Proof that the child has been raped often isn't enough, because the child may not be able to tell the investigator consistently who hurt them or when or how. And a child may see multiple people in a period of time, so they can't serve a search warrant on all of them.

Getting proof of a child's rape isn't easy. And I would really hate to be LE in this situation, because yes they may have known for year and have been unable to do anything about it.

It would be very hard to prosecute him if police didn't find the videos of the alleged abuse.
If the videos show what has been reported they show, then I presume this should be an open and shut case.

 

[not_my_kids]

http://www.capegazette.com/storiescurrent/200912/bradley-pa22.html

Bradley accused of misconduct in Pennsylvania

"A Cape Gazette investigation shows Dr. Earl Bradley was accused of sexual misconduct in Pennsylvania in 1994, but an investigation of the charge found no charges were warranted.

Bradley’s medical license in Pennsylvania was issued in July 1984; records show it expired Dec. 31, 2002; its current status is inactive. The license was temporarily suspended Tuesday, Dec. 22, Pennsylvania officials announced.

A review of that license shows a complaint to the licensing board was filed by a consumer or patient against Bradley June 24, 1994, for sexual misconduct."

Gee, in hindsight, it sure looks like some charges would have been warranted...Our system sucks sometimes.

 

[Missizzy]

So glad parents are being told this!!

http://www.capegazette.com/storiescurrent/200912/bradley-talk25.html

Talk with your children, but don’t interrogate


"If parents think their child may have been sexually abused, they should talk with their child, but limit their questions, said a local child psychologist.

“The concern would be the parent’s response might, in fact, trigger a response in the child, making them even more anxious,” said Dr. Joseph Zingaro. “I really recommend parents let the professionals handle it, for the child’s sake as well as theirs.”


Folks, I can't agree with this article strongly enough. This is exactly what we were told by LE, the DA, and the CAC. Professional interviewing preserved our case and brought about 12 convictions. Be open, available, and concerned but DON'T be the interrogator.

When I argued and said that I wanted to be the one to talk to my children, a police detective reminded me that I wouldn't try to set my child's broken arm, would I? Disclosure is messy and painful. There's a right way and a wrong way to do it. It is best that a professional be involved and the parent be the comforter afterwards.

Even the comforting has to be done "correctly" as the defense cannot be given any edge in presenting evidence that a parent has given a child positive attention and feedback following a disclosure as they will argue that the child is "attention-seeking". Outrageous? Yep, but true.

This case is so huge, I wish they'd bring in a coalition of Children's Advocacy Centers from throughout the state and set up triage--like the Red Cross does in a disaster zone. This is a disaster zone!!

You'll notice that Lewes seems to be getting it right with all the contact info printed in the Cape Gazette. My only hope is that parents will follow through. I'm really feeling that this case will be a benchmark for child sex abuse response.

 

[impatientredhead]

It would be very hard to prosecute him if police didn't find the videos of the alleged abuse.
If the videos show what has been reported they show, then I presume this should be an open and shut case.

Alec, I'll take things said by Rodney King and the R. Kelly prosecutors for 500

 

[LogicalMinds]

OMG....I just read about this on the AOL "news" stories...and came here and found this...have not read all the posts, but enough to make me sick...

why didn't LE raid this jerk after the first "alleged" abuse complaint?? why wait for the 3rd?

how/why was he able to take kids into a private room??

out of all those kids...how/why didn't more parents see something wrong..??? Weren't the poor kids crying, hurt ???

why is there any bond at all for a jerk like this??

why ask why....what will the next horror story be?

JMO ...we need strong/swift/effective laws against predators....Jessica's Law is a start....but we need more

 

[jjenny]

Alec, I'll take things said by Rodney King and the R. Kelly prosecutors for 500

Really? You think his defense lawyer will be able to argue that an infant (3-6 months old) or 2-3 year old toddler is actually over 18 years of age?

 

[impatientredhead]

Really? You think his defense lawyer will be able to argue that an infant (3-6 months old) or 2-3 year old toddler is actually over 18 years of age?

No, I was just pointing out that existence of video tapes has not always been a slam dunk at trial. My hope would be that he admits guilt and that a jury is not subjected to watching that horror as part of the evidence. I am sure I would be excluded from any sexual abuse jury but I cannot fathom having to view those and the emotional toll it would take.

(And I didn't follow the R Kelly trial but wasn't his defense that it wasn't him on the video, arguing about a mole on his back, and not the age of the female?)