GUILTY NY - Erin Maxwell, 11, found hanged, Palermo, 29 Aug 2008

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Erin
 
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I just started reading this case yesterday, there are no words to describe how I feel right now after. I do have one question though, Where is Erin's bio "mom" I only remember reading a small bit about her that Erin had spent the summer with her.

This is just so tragic on so many different levels.
 
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http://blog.syracuse.com/news/oswego/

I just wanted to post Erin's pic, to remind us of the young life that was ended far too soon.
That's a pretty picture of Erin. I had not been about to view the picture before. For some reason when I first came to this thread the picture had not been download for me to view it as I was scrolling through the posts.
 
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Defense rests in Alan Jones murder trial

By Jim Kenyon
Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at 6:33 p.m.

OSWEGO -- Unless something unforeseen happens, a jury of twelve men will decide the innocence or guilt of Alan Jones on the charge of murder in the death of his stepsister, Erin Maxwell. Jones is accused of strangling the 11-year-old Maxwell in their home in Palermo in August of 2008.

The testimony portion of the Jones trial ended Tuesday afternoon, and the defense rested its case. Jones’s attorney, Salvatore Lanza, asked Oswego County Court Judge Walter Hafner to dismiss the charges against Jones outside of the presence of the trial jury. Lanza claimed that the prosecution has not proven its case against his client.
Judge Hafner denied the defense’s request, and asked both sides if they would consider a reduced charge of manslaughter instead of the more serious murder charge. Both Lanza and District Attorney Donald Dodd refused.
 
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Guilty verdict in Alan Jones murder trial

Updated 4:40 PM
Thursday, September 24, 2009 at 4:17 p.m.

OSWEGO -- Alan Jones has been found guily of second degree murder by "depraved indifference" in the death of his stepsister, Erin Maxwell.

The jury foreman looked directly at Jones as he read the verdict. Jones reacted by sitting down and putting his face in his hands as the judge thanked and excused the jury.

The Oswego County jury of 12 men took approximately 12 hours over two days to come to the verdict, requiring multiple readbacks of witness testimony as well as extra instructions from the trial judge, Walter Hafner. They had also asked for all evidence, including more than a hundred photos, diagrams, witness statements and physical items.



http://www.cnycentral.com/news/story.aspx?id=354564
 
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Hallelujiah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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Bumping for this brave young girl Erin who lost her life too early. I know that she is at peace with all the other children and angels.
 
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http://blog.syracuse.com/news/oswego/

I just wanted to post Erin's pic, to remind us of the young life that was ended far too soon.

Ohhh, look at that beautiful child, with such a sweet smile. Thank you CT...

This is another case that just churns my stomach.

Why did CPS abandon this baby? With so many people offering to help her...

If her father and his wife cared so little as they seem. Why did they not just hand her over to the state?

It must have been some huge inconvenience for them every time CPS knocked on their door and suggested they clean the place up and start keeping some food in the house for their child and not just for their pets. They obviously don't care what other people think... It's not like anyone would have criticized them, if I knew them and knew their child had been put into foster care, I would have thanked them for caring enough to get her out of their sty.


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Should we bother to point out to those officials who had the capacity to be decision makers, that Erin did not make that "lifestyle choice?"

Perhaps, just perhaps, the adults in her life were not making decisions that were best for her at all? I mean, are you kidding me?

Another Rowan Ford case...

believe09, You are absolutely right. Who are they kidding?

I am reading about this case for the first time, Sept. 09. I am so disgusted something like this can take place, I have to vent and say what I think.

This beautiful child did NOT choose to live in this 'hog-pen' with 120 cats, and 3-foot high piles of feces, 12 dead kittens in the freezer, two chickens and a snake.
This case is beyond sad, the neglect and starvation of this child is beyond words. She had no where to turn and no one to save her from this household.

It's unimaginable to think what this child endured at home and at school.

someone, other than the rapist and killer, needs to be held responsible.
 
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Im reading it for the first time today, Did her parents receive any kind of punishment, did the stepmonster, I mean stepmother lose her job? In a town that i used to live the parents of a murdered child's house was burned to the ground from outraged people. What has become of these two people that locked and starved a sweet child, im sick thinking people like this exist even. It goes to show you if you work hard enough (to destroy your child) then that is exactly what you will get plus some.
 
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Im reading it for the first time today, Did her parents receive any kind of punishment, did the stepmonster, I mean stepmother lose her job? In a town that i used to live the parents of a murdered child's house was burned to the ground from outraged people. What has become of these two people that locked and starved a sweet child, im sick thinking people like this exist even. It goes to show you if you work hard enough (to destroy your child) then that is exactly what you will get plus some.

I'm glad this little girl isn't being forgotten!
Cindysue, that's a good town to live in that you mention! I hope the town where little Erin lived exacts the same kind or similiar justice on her family!:furious:
 
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Guilty verdict in Alan Jones murder trial - 9/24/2009 3:17:27 PM Alan Jones has been found guily of second degree murder in the death of his stepsister, Erin Maxwell.
Jury begins deliberations in Jones trial - 9/23/2009 9:49:24 AM UPDATE: The jury has begun deliberating the fate of Alan Jones, the man accused of strangling his stepsister Erin Maxwell last summer.
Defense witness testimony in Alan Jones murder trial - 9/21/2009 6:12:07 PM The defense is trying to show that it was possible for Erin to have hung herself.
Erin Maxwell's father testifies in Jones trial - 9/21/2009 11:32:49 AM The third week of the Alan Jones murder trial is underway in Oswego County Court.
Trial of Alan Jones to begin Tuesday - 9/7/2009 12:34:12 PM The trial of an Oswego County man accused of killing his step-sister is set to begin Tuesday.
One year anniversary of Erin Maxwell's death - 8/29/2009 11:36:07 AM The death of Erin Maxwell has touched the community and Sunday night people that didn't even know her will be coming together to remember her.
Maxwells out of jail on lowered bail - 8/13/2009 2:37:08 PM The two were being held after being convicted of child endangerment charges.
Maxwells to appeal conviction - 8/11/2009 4:08:09 PM During Tuesday's bail hearing in Oswego County Court, the Maxwells' attorney revealed five of the arguments upon which an appeal will be based.
Judge grants Maxwells lower bail - 8/11/2009 5:52:34 AM Lindsey and Lynn Maxwell were in Oswego County Court Tuesday morning in an attempt to be released on bail while awaiting sentencing.
What now for the Erin Maxwell house? - 8/10/2009 3:54:19 PM The owner of the home agreed to speak with Action News for the first time.
Guilty verdict in Maxwell trial - 8/8/2009 7:28:25 PM UPDATE: Lindsey and Lynn Maxwell, the father and stepmother of Erin Maxwell, have been found guilty on all four counts of endangering the welfare of a child.
Lindsey Maxwell takes the stand - 8/7/2009 11:22:22 PM The father of Erin Maxwell took the stand Friday night in Palermo town court to testify in his own defense.
Lynn Maxwell finishes third night of testimony - 8/7/2009 12:22:43 AM Lynn Maxwell's testimony wrapped up Thursday night in Palermo town court.
Lynn Maxwell faces tough cross examination - 8/5/2009 11:48:33 PM The stepmother of young murder victim, Erin Maxwell, takes the stand for a second night, testifying in her own defense.
Lynn Maxwell takes the stand - 8/4/2009 11:24:50 PM The stepmother of young murder victim, Erin Maxwell, tells her side of the story.
Disturbing testimony in the Maxwell trial - 8/1/2009 4:44:20 PM In Palermo Town Court, jurors heard gripping and disturbing testimony Saturday in the trial of Lynn and Lindsey Maxwell.
Tension outside the courtroom on Friday in the Maxwell trial - 8/1/2009 9:22:59 AM Tensions ran high Friday night outside Palermo Town Hall where the Maxwell trial continues.


Police investigator testifies in Maxwell trial - 7/30/2009 11:04:05 PM Investigator Joe Harriger testified for four hours Thursday night about conditions he saw inside the Maxwell home in Palermo.
Opening statements in the Maxwell trial - 7/29/2009 11:05:23 PM In Wednesday night's opening statements, Defense Attorney Sal Lanza revealed the parents of young murder victim Erin Maxwell would testify.
Jury selection complete in Maxwell trial - 7/28/2009 10:49:57 PM Six jurors and two alternates have been seated in the child endangerment trial of Lynn and Lindsey Maxwell.
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Maxwell parents' trial to begin tonight - 7/28/2009 9:37:28 AM A trial is scheduled to begin for a couple whose 11-year-old daughter lived in deplorable conditions before she was slain last summer.
Judge to consider dropping Maxwell charges - 7/27/2009 2:57:58 PM The parents of Erin Maxwell hope to have two of the child endangerment charges against them dropped before they go to trial Tuesday evening.
Judge rejects jury pool complaint in Maxwell case - 7/24/2009 6:24:40 AM The Palermo town justice has denied a motion filed by the attorney for Lynn and Lindsey Maxwell.
Maxwells' lawyer objects to Palermo jury pool - 7/21/2009 4:10:08 PM The lawyer for Lynn and Lindsey Maxwell says the couple will not get a fair jury for their upcoming trial.
Oswego County DSS commissioner presents hiring plan - 6/24/2009 11:17:46 AM The head of the Oswego County Department of Social Services is getting some help to improve the quality of service in her department.

Trial date set in Maxwell murder case - 6/15/2009 10:35:48 AM September 8th has been set as the date of the murder trial of Alan Jones.
Citizens' group wants investigation of Oswego DSS - 5/19/2009 4:40:01 PM 'Oswego For Change' group wants the Attorney General to investigate.
Jones back in court for more Maxwell case hearings - 5/12/2009 11:09:02 AM The Erin Maxwell murder case was back in Oswego County Court, and more information is being released regarding the defense's case.
Lawyers argue over evidence in Maxwell case - 5/11/2009 10:21:23 PM Lawyers in the Erin Maxwell case are arguing over evidence.
Maxwell child endangerment charges stay for now - 4/27/2009 11:03:45 PM The father and stepmother of 11-year-old Erin Maxwell, who was found strangled in her Palermo home last summer, appeared in town court Monday.
Update: No charges dropped against Maxwells - 4/27/2009 1:06:41 PM The defense and prosecution in the Erin Maxwell case discussed dropping four counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child against Maxwell's parents, but it didn't happen at Monday's court appearance.
Oswego Co. HHS meets with community task force - 4/8/2009 3:52:18 PM The Oswego County Health and Human Services committee held a discussion with the Pulaski Community Task Force Wednesday afternoon.
Report says Oswego Co. did poor job on Maxwell case - 3/18/2009 10:20:02 AM A much anticipated state report on Oswego County’s handling of the Erin Maxwell case was made public Wednesday morning.
Legislature says Lanigan "Won't Be Fired" - 3/16/2009 3:22:19 PM Leemann hopes to get state permission to publicly release the report at a special Wednesday meeting of the Health and Human Services committee.
Maxwells back in town court - 3/3/2009 10:41:06 PM 11-year-old Erin Maxwell's father and step mother make an appearance in Palermo Town Court to see if statements they made to police can be used in a trial.
Oswego Co. evaluation of Fran Lanigan 'satisfactory' - 2/17/2009 4:43:21 PM An update on the investigation into the Social Service Department following Erin Maxwell's death.
Attorney for Erin Maxwell's parents wants charges dropped - 2/17/2009 8:22:18 AM The attorney for Lynn and Lindsey Maxwell has requested that child endangerment charges against the Maxwells be dismissed due to what he claims is a lack of evidence.
Court hears motions in Erin Maxwell murder - 1/22/2009 5:11:48 PM The D.A. tries to stop release of "confidential" information.
Alan Jones appears in county court - 1/6/2009 11:47:51 AM Alan Jones, the stepbrother of Erin Maxwell, was in Oswego County Court Tuesday morning where his attorney made a number of motions in Jones’s murder case.
Court appearance for Erin Maxwell's parents - 12/16/2008 6:58:21 AM Lindsey and Lynn Maxwell, the Palermo couple charged with endangering the welfare of their child Erin, say they are innocent and are ready to take the case against them to trial in order to prove it.

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Morning Express for Tuesday 12/16/2008 - 12/16/2008 4:29:23 AM The lawyer for Erin Maxwell's father and stepmother said there is not enough evidence to support charges of endangering the welfare of a child.
Morning Express - 12/15/2008 6:11:53 AM Here's a look at the top stories on Action News this morning.
Alan Jones loses bid for lower bail - 11/7/2008 4:06:47 PM Alan Jones, the Palermo man accused of murdering his 11-year-old stepsister Erin Maxwell, failed in his bid for lower bail Friday.
Morning Express - 10/30/2008 4:20:51 AM Here's a look at the top stories on Action News this morning.
Maxwell bail hearing far from routine - 10/8/2008 4:46:33 PM Normally bail hearings are routine subdued court proceedings, but not in the Erin Maxwell case.
Maxwells, Jones denied lower bail - 10/8/2008 11:39:35 AM An Oswego County court judge today refused a defense request to reduce bail in the case of Erin Maxwell.
A look inside the Maxwell home - 10/7/2008 8:20:09 PM Action News has obtained images from inside the Maxwell home in Palermo.
Neighbors relieved after Maxwell arrests - 10/7/2008 5:53:56 PM Throughout the Erin Maxwell homicide investigation, State Police told the public not to be concerned about any predator on the loose.
Police: 'Today is about Erin Maxwell' - 10/7/2008 4:55:32 PM More than a month after the death of the 11-year-old sent a shockwave through Oswego County, State Police made their arrests.
Action News obtains Maxwell court docs - 10/7/2008 1:34:54 PM Action News has obtained the court documents relating to the arrest of Erin Maxwell’s father and stepmother.
Police hold news conference on Maxwell case - 10/7/2008 11:37:31 AM State police have charged a Central New York man with strangling his 11-year-old stepsister in the family's house, which was filled with garbage and scores of cats
Police arrest Erin Maxwell's family - 10/7/2008 7:28:17 AM State Police held a news conference this morning to explain the arrests in the murder of 11-year-old Erin Maxwell.
Police expand Maxwell DNA search - 10/3/2008 4:45:07 PM A new twist in the case of Erin Maxwell as State Police have apparently expanded their investigation.
Maxwells give DNA samples - 10/3/2008 12:53:31 PM State Police have obtained DNA samples from Lindsey and Lynn Maxwell, the father and stepmother of Erin Maxwell.
Maxwell family news conference - 9/26/2008 5:11:26 PM Even though they're the subjects of several investigations, the family of homicide victim, Erin Maxwell went public Friday. Family attorney Salvatore Lanza read a statement for a full half hour, but refused to answer reporters questions.
Family of Erin Maxwell speaks out - 9/26/2008 10:57:46 AM Erin's death certificate confirms the young girl died from asphyxia with a contributing factor of sexual trauma.
Investigation into Palermo girl's death continues - 9/2/2008 5:00:05 PM State Police are continuing to investigate the death of an Oswego County girl who died from injuries she suffered in her home.


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Im reading it for the first time today, Did her parents receive any kind of punishment, did the stepmonster, I mean stepmother lose her job? In a town that i used to live the parents of a murdered child's house was burned to the ground from outraged people. What has become of these two people that locked and starved a sweet child, im sick thinking people like this exist even. It goes to show you if you work hard enough (to destroy your child) then that is exactly what you will get plus some.

Guilty verdict in Maxwell trial

Updated 10:40 PM
By Lisa Spitz
Saturday, August 08, 2009 at 8:28 p.m.


PALERMO, OSWEGO COUNTY -- Lindsey and Lynn Maxwell, the father and stepmother of Erin Maxwell, have been found guilty on all four counts of endangering the welfare of a child.
The Palermo Town Court jury handed down its decision at 10:17 on Saturday night after deliberating for about four hours. Both Maxwell parents were led out of the courtroom in handcuffs by New York State Police, and said nothing to the 25 to 30 onlookers who came out to watch the trial on a daily basis. Their bail was raised to $10,000. Defense attorney Sal Lanza admits he was surprised by the final verdict, saying he expected the couple to be found innocent on at least a couple of the charges.
http://www.cnycentral.com/news/story.aspx?id=334761

Lanza says sentencing has been scheduled for October 12th in the case. Lanza says he plans to start looking at an appeal, and possibly delay sentencing in the case. The Maxwells can be sentenced up to one year in prison for each one of the four charges they are convicted of. State Law would not allow them to serve more than two years in Oswego County jail because their crimes were misdemeanors.
 
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Lindsey and Lynn Maxwell, the father and stepmother of Erin Maxwell, have been found guilty on all four counts of endangering the welfare of a child. Sentencing has been scheduled for October 12th.
 
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Lindsey and Lynn Maxwell, the father and stepmother of Erin Maxwell, have been found guilty on all four counts of endangering the welfare of a child. Sentencing has been scheduled for October 12th.

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October 12, 2009 is Columbus Day, a Federal holiday. Will sentencing still be scheduled for that day? I don't think so...we will have to wait and see. I have wondered about this since they stated October 12 as the day of sentencing. Courts are closed that day...right?
 
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One year per count for a maximum of two years. Arent they the lucky ones.
 

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