To clarify, are you saying that no DNA linking RA to the crime scene means that RA’s DNA could have still been on one of the victim’s bodies? The bodies are part of the crime scene, so if DNA was on the bodies, DNA would be connected to the crime scene.
I could come up with other reasons for why RA resorted to eating his paperwork, most wouldn’t agree so I’ll just leave that alone.
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I think you should read their own words (LE) instead of the defense counsel's words because we know you distrust the defense. LE thought it was a big deal at the time. So, the question is why did this big break suddenly disappear? Whose DNA is it? Did they clear the person and if not, why not?
DNA evidence is top priority in Delphi murder investigation
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.- On Thursday, investigators say they had recovered DNA evidence from the Delphi crime scene where two girls, 13-year-old Abby Williams and 14-year-old Libby German, were found mu…
I guess it could have technically been Libby’s DNA found on the tree to write the F? Does anyone remember DNA that was too degraded to test being mentioned? It seems I read somewhere there was a DNA sample but it was untestable?LE has never conclusively stated they are certain they have DNA belonging to the murderer. In fact after the news release you quoted iirc there was a clarification/retraction but I can’t find it as it was so long ago. I can appreciate not everyone has followed this case closely but in these 171 threads the topic of whether or not LE has DNA has been discussed over and over and over again, do they or don’t they, we still don’t know for sure.
This article is from August 2017, several months later than your link from February 2017.
“At every crime scene, you are going to have DNA. We are still working on identifying all of the DNA that we have there,” said Sgt. Holeman.“Detectives may have Delphi killer’s DNA, arrest could be close
Authorities investigating the February death of two Delphi, Indiana, girls stated that they may have the DNA of the suspect who murdered the two children. Abby Williams, 13, and Libby German, 14, were found murdered on February 14, in an isolated area close to the Monon High Bridge. For the past...www.crimeonline.com
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The info is from his deposition taken August 8, 2023. They certainly had the results 6 (almost 7) years later. jmo
Defense motion alleges Delphi investigator misconduct
DELPHI, Ind. — A motion filed by attorneys representing accused Delphi killer Richard Allen claims investigators misled the court about the interpretation of its interview with an expert from…
It doesn't matter if they have it from a hiker, or a first responder, or an unknown. The only fact that matters is that they have it. It is potentially exonerating. It is Brady/Giglio material.
But respectfully, none of this matters if this wasn't turned over to AB and BR. Do you know if it was? LE can't unilaterally say well, it didn't pan out so we're ditching it.
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This article is from August 2017, several months later than your link from February 2017.
“At every crime scene, you are going to have DNA. We are still working on identifying all of the DNA that we have there,” said Sgt. Holeman.“Detectives may have Delphi killer’s DNA, arrest could be close
Authorities investigating the February death of two Delphi, Indiana, girls stated that they may have the DNA of the suspect who murdered the two children. Abby Williams, 13, and Libby German, 14, were found murdered on February 14, in an isolated area close to the Monon High Bridge. For the past...
RA’s DNA was not found on either of the victims’ bodies, bc his DNA wasn’t found at the crime scene-the bodies are part of the crime scene.
I can certainly come up with a few people whose DNA they should have tested! Saliva comes to mind.Just sayin’.
ETA - Not to mention, there’s nothing that connects RA to the CS or the other possible players from Rushville. Nor Odinism or any cult at all. I would venture to say, he had the misfortune of going to the bridge that day and coming forward in an effort to assist. JMHO
ETA - Just a spurious bullet.
Isn’t defending RA their actual job?
Not pro Bono. And before that they were taking a HUGE pay cut as public defenders, making abt 5-10x less than they would in their private practices.
Can you provide me with a link that RA's DNA was on the victims? I'd appreciate it because I haven't seen it. Being sincere. I have no recollection of seeing evidence that he interacted with these 2 teens on occasion. TIA
The pro bono is puzzling. But they were appointed as public defenders. Did they have an option to refuse?
If you mean “Did they have an option to refuse representing RA as public defenders?” Then yes, from my understanding, they could have said no, bc they have their own private practice/are not regularly public defenders. I believe they were approached/asked, and they said yes (knowing they would take a pay cut).
