GUILTY KS - Three adults & toddler brutally murdered, Ottawa, 6 May 2013

[Jewels53]

Jury selection to start in quadruple murder case

The Kansas City Star reports that jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday. Authorities say jury selection could take two weeks.

http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2016/jan/30/jury-selection-start-quadruple-murder-kansas/

 

[Jewels53]

Jury selection underway in Kansas quadruple murder trial

OTTAWA, Kan. -- Jurors are being selected for the trial of a man accused in the 2013 killings of four people at a Kansas farm, including an 18-month-old girl.

http://fox4kc.com/2016/02/01/jury-selection-underway-in-kansas-quadruple-murder-trial/


I am really curious what Kyle's defence is going to be, as I don't see how he can be found not guilty. imo

 

[Jewels53]

Jury selection begins in quadruple murder in Kansas

Two weeks have been set aside to pick a jury for Kyle Trevor Flack's trial. He is charged with capital murder in Franklin County in the shooting deaths of Kaylie Smith Bailey, 21, and her young daughter, Lana-Leigh Bailey. He's also charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of Bailey's boyfriend, Andrew A. Stout, 30, and his roommate, Steven White, 31. Prosecutors have announced plans to seek the death penalty.

http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2016/jan/30/jury-selection-start-quadruple-murder-kansas/

 

[Jewels53]

Flack trial: Attorneys meet prospective jurors with questions on life, death
Six Franklin County residents sat quietly Monday morning in leather chairs that could eventually be their seats for several weeks in Franklin County District Court.

They knew they had been summoned for the capital murder trial of defendant Kyle Flack. Proceedings began Monday with a jury-selection process designed to uncover whether prospective jurors could weigh certain factors if asked to impose death.

Over the course of two weeks, about 120 people are expected to appear mornings and afternoons in district court in panels of six to be questioned by attorneys looking to select 12 jurors and six alternates for the Feb. 17 jury trial, nearly three years after three bodies were found on a farm west of Ottawa and a fourth body was found in a creek.

http://www.ottawaherald.com/news/lo...cle_21f19d3d-8312-5fe6-aa07-2b28484b4372.html


Interviewing 6 potential juror's at a time seems like a very slow process. imo
I guess that is why it will take 2 weeks.

 

[Jewels53]

Kyle Flack capital murder case: Jury selection about half done in Franklin County District Court

Jury selection in the capital murder trial of defendant Kyle Trevor Flack, who is charged with killing four people, was halfway complete Tuesday.

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The questioning will continue through Friday this week and is expected to continue a day or two next week, court administrator John Steelman said Tuesday.

http://cjonline.com/news/2016-02-09...ury-selection-about-half-done-franklin-county

 

[Jewels53]

Trial delayed for quadruple murder in Kansas

OTTAWA, Kan. — The capital murder trial of a man accused of killing a child and three adults in eastern Kansas has been delayed again.

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District court administrator John Steelman said Thursday the trial is now set to begin March 7 in Ottawa.

http://fox4kc.com/2016/02/11/trial-delayed-for-quadruple-murder-in-kansas/

The link tells more, but still doesn't explain the reason for the delay.

 

[DropthePuck]

Trial delayed for quadruple murder in Kansas

OTTAWA, Kan. — The capital murder trial of a man accused of killing a child and three adults in eastern Kansas has been delayed again.

Uggghhhh, it's been almost 3 years! The families have had to wait long enough for justice for their loves ones!! BTW, anyone have any thoughts on why the DA is even bothering to seek the death penalty? Kansas hasn't executed anyone since 1965 and the whole thing with the Carr brothers (their death sentence has been subjected to various rulings due to the state's dp law; their dp sentence was overturned by the Kansas Supreme Court who then had their decision overturned by the USSC who reinstated the Carr brothers dp sentence. However, some are saying the reinstatement will probably be challenged by the KSC). It doesn't seem like Kansas wants to execute anyone. I don't understand why the DA is seeking the dp if it means his case will just get clogged up in the courts for decades to come.

 

[SaucyGal]

Just a few of my thoughts, which is worth a hill of beans, but anyway....This case has broken my heart back then and now I'm more than frustrated. I agree completely with DropthePuck on the length of time it's taking to bring justice to these families...not to mention reassurance to area residents. There has been more than one con get away from local law enforcement while in custody around here!

I digress. My friend was released from probable jury duty the beginning of this week. He/She was grateful, but was ready to do their duty if called upon. I would feel the same way. I can tell you this, they are being insanely picky. If you've even heard someone mention in conversation anything derogatory regarding KF - dismissed.

I have to go back and read up on the articles and the "hard 50" talk. I never did find out if they were seeking that as well. KF is charged with capital murder in 2 of the 4 and the other 2 are first degree. So, if they lose the DP on the two capital charges, will the 2 first degree charges still "stick"? I've been so confused by this whole thing. I'd almost swear the prosecution was pulling defense tactics with the whole "if you can't convince them, confuse them". Ugh! I did catch a headline that mentioned the judge was closing the first part of the hearing...Again, I need to go back and read/catch up. Life gets in the way of my sleuthing time, dang it!

All of that being said, I know they are probably trying to be crazy careful due to how the investigation began. I am still absolutely floored by the local LE's incompetence. I hope their inability to be diligent doesn't cause reasonable doubt in this case. I would be hard pressed to believe anyone besides KF perpetrated this crime, but I also TRY to keep the "innocent until PROVEN guilty" in mind. Above all, I just want these families to be able to move on with their lives. Waiting for trials, having to relive this over and over....A victim's family does that enough on their own. However, to be faced with the hard evidence and evil in the courtroom is just brutal. If I can make it in, on any of the days that may be open to the public, I will let y'all know. In the meantime, fingers crossed that if this fella, alone, committed these acts that he is prosecuted to the fullest and NEVER have another day of freedom to offend again.

Do we have any legal beagles around that can shed some light on parts of this case? That stupid Casey Anthony jury has forever traumatized when it comes to juries making good decisions. :facepalm:

 

[Jewels53]

Quadruple murder trial delayed until March

Opening statements from the prosecution are expected to begin March 7 in Franklin County District Court, 301 S. Main St., Ottawa.

http://www.ottawaherald.com/news/lo...cle_12a4a1d7-e2c2-58cb-9dc9-63174e476e91.html

I believe it is the defense that is causing the delay! imo

 

[SaucyGal]

"Franklin County District Court Judge Eric W. Godderz granted a defense motion Tuesday that will allow a second voir dire jury questioning between the guilt and potential penalty phase to ask impaneled jurors about whether they can consider both capital punishment and life imprisonment as penalties."

http://www.ottawaherald.com/news/local/judge-oks-first-of-its-kind-jury-questioning-in-ottawa/article_eaa35add-e2cc-5fe9-916b-d3c8207dbd2f.html

This whole thing is just getting more and more odd. It's not like KF is ever going to be executed by the state anyway. It will be words on paper and never ending appeals costing the taxpayers. :facepalm: :moo:

 

[SaucyGal]

Prosecution has repeatedly objected to the second voir dire, stating the second jury questioning would come at a delicate stage in the trial. Victor Braden, deputy Kansas attorney general, said he would be afraid to unintentionally sway jurors with his second set of questions if the second voir dire were granted. However, if the request were not granted, a future appeal could raise the question whether enough leeway was given to the defense.

“We’re in unchartered territory,” Braden said.

Same article I linked above:
http://www.ottawaherald.com/news/local/judge-oks-first-of-its-kind-jury-questioning-in-ottawa/article_eaa35add-e2cc-5fe9-916b-d3c8207dbd2f.html

Can someone please explain this to me? Is this allowed and/or typical in other cases? I just do not know enough about the law or the process of voir dire as a whole. How could this possibly be considered not giving the defense enough leeway? I swear we're moving into Jose Baez territory with the allowances given to the defense in this case!!! I could be very, very wrong, but it seems to me like judges tiptoe around the side of the defense. It's like they're so worried the ruling will be overturned these days that they tend to forget that a heinous crime was committed. I get that they have to temper things for justice, but c'mon....It does seem the offenders truly do have more rights than victims. So sad. This is all my opinionated raving and I could be way off base. I just feel the judge in this case needs a little backbone.

 

[Jewels53]

Prosecution has repeatedly objected to the second voir dire, stating the second jury questioning would come at a delicate stage in the trial. Victor Braden, deputy Kansas attorney general, said he would be afraid to unintentionally sway jurors with his second set of questions if the second voir dire were granted. However, if the request were not granted, a future appeal could raise the question whether enough leeway was given to the defense.

“We’re in unchartered territory,” Braden said.

Same article I linked above:
http://www.ottawaherald.com/news/local/judge-oks-first-of-its-kind-jury-questioning-in-ottawa/article_eaa35add-e2cc-5fe9-916b-d3c8207dbd2f.html

Can someone please explain this to me? Is this allowed and/or typical in other cases? I just do not know enough about the law or the process of voir dire as a whole. How could this possibly be considered not giving the defense enough leeway? I swear we're moving into Jose Baez territory with the allowances given to the defense in this case!!! I could be very, very wrong, but it seems to me like judges tiptoe around the side of the defense. It's like they're so worried the ruling will be overturned these days that they tend to forget that a heinous crime was committed. I get that they have to temper things for justice, but c'mon....It does seem the offenders truly do have more rights than victims. So sad. This is all my opinionated raving and I could be way off base. I just feel the judge in this case needs a little backbone.

Hi SaucyGal! I am no expert in law just from what I have seen watching trials. I would have thought that when questioning the jury the first time the lawyers would have asked them if they could render a verdict of the Death Penalty. Not have to ask them in a second Voir Dire. jmo

Yes it does seem the defendant has more rights than the victims during and before a trial. I believe that is to make sure that there is no appeal issues. I could be wrong. imo

I agree with you on actually carrying out the death penalty in KS is very unlikely. It is hard to get the Hard 50 much less a death penalty. imo

Are you local?

 

[SaucyGal]

Thanks for your input, Jewels. I know they ran the potential jurors through the wringer, according to my friend that was whittled down to the last 120, with copious pages of questions relating specifically to whether they could render that type of verdict.

Yes, I am local. I read that the judge will have the beginning of the hearing closed to the public, but I am not sure if that has been changed. I would like to go sit in when possible just to see how this is all going to work. I have a friend (via my husband) that is a legislator and an attorney (NO relation to this trial), I may see if he will ask him for a bit more information on the process. If I find something out, I will "report" back...lol

 

[Jewels53]

Thanks for your input, Jewels. I know they ran the potential jurors through the wringer, according to my friend that was whittled down to the last 120, with copious pages of questions relating specifically to whether they could render that type of verdict.

Yes, I am local. I read that the judge will have the beginning of the hearing closed to the public, but I am not sure if that has been changed. I would like to go sit in when possible just to see how this is all going to work. I have a friend (via my husband) that is a legislator and an attorney (NO relation to this trial), I may see if he will ask him for a bit more information on the process. If I find something out, I will "report" back...lol

I hope you can go to the trial, it is a good experience. I thought about attending but I live a good 45 minutes away.

I am just surprised this is not getting more publicity, it was big news when the murders took place.

I pray for Justice for all of the Victims and I hope Flack gets what is coming to him. imo

 

[Jewels53]

Kansas death penalty trial set to begin Monday

Opening statements and testimony in the capital murder trial of a man accused of killing four people in Franklin County, Kan., are set to begin Monday.

Kyle Trevor Flack is charged in the 2013 shotgun killings of four people, including an Olathe woman and her 18-month-old daughter.

A jury already has been chosen for a trial expected to last several weeks in Franklin County District Court in Ottawa.

Read more here: http://www.kansascity.com/news/local/crime/article64432557.html#storylink=cpy

 

[OkieGranny]

http://www.ottawaherald.com/news/lo...cle_af4ba87a-fe02-53e4-844d-4312d2c2352b.html

In opening statements, Stephen Hunting, Franklin County attorney, outlined events from April 20, the last day White was seen alive, leading up to May 11, the evening the toddler’s body was discovered in Osage County’s Tequa Creek...

Hunting, aided by powerpoint slides, provided the 17 jurors — three had been dismissed prior to the start — the framework of the case, which included dates when each of the four bodies are thought to have been killed...

Tammy Alexander, Franklin County detective and the case’s leading investigator, was called by the prosecution as the first witness.

 

[Jewels53]

Prosecutors cite “mounds” of evidence in Franklin County quadruple murder trial; defense calls case circumstantial

Ottawa — Franklin County Attorney Stephen Hunting began his opening statements Monday in a quadruple murder trial describing how the body of one victim, an 18-month-old girl, was eventually found in a suitcase in the Tequa Creek in Osage County.

“In just a few hours, it would be Mother’s Day, May 11, 2013,” said Hunting to a packed courtroom, describing how a group of officers stood on a bridge in the gathering darkness as a dive team walked through the stream to collect the black suitcase.

The defendant, Kyle Trevor Flack, 30, is on trial for his life in the death-penalty case that is expected to continue for a month.

Flack is charged with capital murder in the deaths of the toddler, Lana Bailey, and her mother, Kaylie Bailey, 21, of Olathe, and with sexual battery of the mother.

He also is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of Andrew Stout, 30, and Steve White, 31, who lived with Stout. Stout was Bailey’s boyfriend.

http://www2.ljworld.com/news/2016/mar/07/prosecutors-cite-mounds-evidence-franklin-county-q/

 

[Jewels53]

Suspect’s life possibly on the line as quadruple murder trial begins in Franklin County

OTTAWA, Kan. -- The testimony in the Kyle Flack trial began in a Franklin County courtroom on Monday. Flack is accused of murdering four people in 2013.

Attorneys made their opening statements in the morning, and then the jury heard from Flack himself, in videotaped police interrogation tapes.

There was a lot of tension and sadness in the courtroom, which was packed with Flack’s family and family of those he is accused of murdering.

http://fox4kc.com/2016/03/07/suspec...ruple-murder-trial-begins-in-franklin-county/

 

[SaucyGal]

I thought this might be useful for anyone following the trial.

http://www.franklincoks.org/index.aspx?NID=701

Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it up there this week (sick kid and appts). The mention of it being packed with family and friends (and media) leads me to believe it's a fairly small courtroom. Not to mention that Ottawa isn't a very large town so I wouldn't expect it to be hugely accommodating. I am really curious about the forensics in this case though. He had to have left DNA evidence everywhere. If "Omar" and "Chewy" committed or aided in the crime, surely their DNA would be somewhere around there.....? In the beginning, I wondered why the heck it was taking so long to get him to trial. Once I started really thinking about it, the sheer volume of evidence has to be overwhelming. As crime scenes go, you have the residence itself, the outbuilding, the creek, the apartment complex, the car - over more than one county. Am I missing anywhere? I also wonder just how much (if any) the mistakes of the FCSO will cost the prosecution when it comes to reasonable doubt...? :moo:

One thing KF should be truly grateful for, at this point, is due process. He wouldn't last five minutes if the locals stuck to what I've read in comment sections and local forums. :scared: My thoughts are with both sides of the legal team...Defense, because this guy is a real piece of work and I couldn't imagine having to defend him. Prosecution, for (what I imagine is) the ever present fear a jury won't be convinced of guilt.

 

[Jewels53]

Second day of quadruple homicide trial unfolds in Franklin County

Kyle Flack said he stood in a doorway and watched his lifelong friend die.

The story was the last of eight versions Flack told detectives May 8, 2013, the day he was detained in Emporia as a suspect in the murder of four people, including an 18-month old girl.

http://www.ottawaherald.com/news/lo...cle_4b47669d-35c4-5782-919d-eef803556ba0.html