GUILTY IA - Mollie Tibbetts, 20, Poweshiek County, 19 Jul 2018 *Arrest* #50

[usnuzuloose]

Nobody really wins here. Both sides of the families are going to be devistated. So much pain on both sides. I hope that the Rivera family will find healing as well. As well as Molly's family

 

[Tiger Stripes]

And if he told them back in 2018 aren’t they expected to tell law enforcement, for the sake of public safety?

Rrrright! Here in Ioway, we have all kinds of ninja types zipping around doing nefarious things... (especially out in the "sticks" -- uh, cornfields)

 

[Amster]

I think there's a chance he might have gotten 2nd degree had he not told that fantasy ninja tale and tried to blame DJ.

Why??

 

[ChiCubs2016]

I truly think if the Defense knew this story since 2018 they would have made sure CBR’s family was protected. It does not appear that happened.

 

[usnuzuloose]

Why??

I think it would have gone the same way. He just made it easier by taking the stand with his story

 

[Emi]

GUILTY: Killer farm worker Cristhian Rivera murdered Mollie Tibbetts, hid her in cornfield [SEE IT]

An Iowa jury on Friday found Cristhian Rivera guilty of murdering slain jogger, Mollie Tibbetts. Under state law, he’ll be sentenced to life in prison.

As CrimeOnline previously reported, 20-year-old Tibbetts was out for a jog in Brooklyn, Iowa, in July 2018, and was never seen alive again. Rivera later told investigators that he spotted Tibbetts jogging near Middle and Boundary Streets, and slowed down and started following her in his black Chevrolet Malibu.

 

[StarryStarryNight]

I’m a bit miffed at Ms Frese talking about Mollie and repeatedly saying it was “bizarre” she was kidnapped and left in a cornfield. It’s not “bizarre”. It’s tragic. And the tragedy was caused by her client. And Ms Freze’s ridiculous defense that added to that tragedy. So what I would like to say to her is “shut up”!

 

[Seattle1]

Presser - Prosecutor:

Feel great - it's the right decision
The family is pleased with the verdict.

3 core elements of the case (car video, confession, and blood in the trunk) are why they prevailed.

Once CBR took the stand - they could discuss more of him leading them to the body.

They were NOT expecting CBR's story-- but not surprised he took the stand.

Attorney Scott Brown's eyes are full of tears while he's speaking... very human.

Investigators had no reason to collect buccal swabs from neighbors, non-suspects! They had the car video and changed the course.

Upset they were criticized for pulling in all resources from all agencies.

Attorneys have not slept all week during this trial. No slam dunks and always a concern for the family.

Sense of relief for all involved. It's been a long time coming.

Every case is a learning lesson. Mollie's case was 100% digital. Paperless trial (first for Brown).

Comment on defense wanting to appeal - Brown thinks CBR testifying removes some of the suppression evidence issues.

Dalton Jack's polygraph was deemed inconclusive. It meant nothing to them -- tests are not admissible in court for a reason.

Put it out of your mind: Dalton Jack did not commit this murder, period. (Brown is irritated now).

 

[geevee]

I like Mr. Brown's passion when discussing DJ - how many different ways does he have to explain why 'he did not do this'?

 

[usnuzuloose]

It would be nice if the state would offer him some help with counseling for being raked over the coals

 

[PommyMommy]

MAY 28, 2021

The Verdict:

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=618931045731400

Press Conference with the Defense:

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1130172630796422

Press Conference with Prosecutors:

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=606201727017089

 

[ChiCubs2016]

I’m a bit miffed at Ms Frese talking about Mollie and repeatedly saying it was “bizarre” she was kidnapped and left in a cornfield. It’s not “bizarre”. It’s tragic. And the tragedy was caused by her client. And Ms Freze’s ridiculous defense that added to that tragedy. So what I would like to say to her is “shut up”!

Me too.

 

[BUF]

I hope the media will be respectful of her family and friends now. Let them speak out if and when they want.

 

[PommyMommy]

Presser - Prosecutor:

Feel great - it's the right decision
The family is pleased with the verdict.

3 core elements of the case (car video, confession, and blood in the trunk) are why they prevailed.

Once CBR took the stand - they could discuss more of him leading them to the body.

They were NOT expecting CBR's story-- but not surprised he took the stand.

Attorney Scott Brown's eyes are full of tears while he's speaking... very human.

Investigators had no reason to collect buccal swabs from neighbors, non-suspects! They had the car video and changed the course.

Upset they were criticized for pulling in all resources from all agencies.

Attorneys have not slept all week during this trial. No slam dunks and always a concern for the family.

Sense of relief for all involved. It's been a long time coming.

Every case is a learning lesson. Mollie's case was 100% digital. Paperless trial (first for Brown).

Comment on defense wanting to appeal - Brown thinks CBR testifying removes some of the suppression evidence issues.

Dalton Jack's polygraph was deemed inconclusive. It meant nothing to them -- tests are not admissible in court for a reason.

Put it out of your mind: Dalton Jack did not commit this murder, period. (Brown is irritated now).

Thank you for summarizing, Seattle1. I got so choked up when I saw those tears! MOO

 

[Amster]

Nobody really wins here. Both sides of the families are going to be devistated. So much pain on both sides. I hope that the Rivera family will find healing as well. As well as Molly's family

Nobody really wins here. Both sides of the families are going to be devistated. So much pain on both sides. I hope that the Rivera family will find healing as well. As well as Molly's family

I disagree. I feel like many people win. This waste of oxygen will not be free to roam around murdering other innocent victims.

 

[d4j]

OMG Mrs. Frese said if they were going to make something up it would have been a better story than CBR told on the stand. lmao

That was an amazing moment of candor!

 

[PommyMommy]

IA Attorney General on Twitter
The officers in the Bahena Rivera case should be applauded. "It's not that they're lucky, they're persistent," AAG Scott Brown said. Thank you,@IowaDPS
and local law enforcement. #MollieTibbetts
2:22 PM · May 28, 2021·Twitter Web App

 

[Forever Young]

I join everyone else here upon hearing that the correct verdict has been returned. May you rest in peace now Miss Mollie Tibbitts, knowing that justice has been served!

 

[TTF14]

That was an amazing moment of candor!

It was.

It doesn't sound like the Freses advised their client NOT to take the stand and spin that ridiculous tale, though. Why not?? Why would they allow him to do that?

 

[ChiCubs2016]

That was an amazing moment of candor!

They said they would come up with a “better story”. So they agree it was a story? And are quick to distance themselves from it.