10.10.2007

Realtor Murder


The capital murder trial of the longest last named defendant in recent history, Chanthakoummane, is halfway through. A Collin County jury found him guilty today after 30 minutes of deliberation.

The lead defense lawyer, who I saw on TV last night, looks about as beaten down as a guy can be. Having a case that is a sure loser will do that to you. He basically had to admit his client's guilt (DNA didn't exactly help the defense) but will now try to persuade the jury to sentence the defendant to life in prison instead of assessing the death penalty. Prediction: Sarcastically said, "Good luck with all that."

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

At least this guy will have an opportunity to escape death, and if he doesn't he'll be able to put his affairs in order, and say all he needs to say before he is put to death. It would be great if we could outlaw the death penalty for both the killers and the victims.

Anonymous said...

30 minutes? What took so long.

Anonymous said...

Chanthakoummane translates to "I will get what I deserve in life."

Anonymous said...

At least the realtor didn't have an opportunity to escape death. You live in a dream world 6:20.

Anonymous said...

What is your answer for outlawing the death penalty for victims?

Anonymous said...

By the time this guy is about to walk to the gurney, the courts will have ruled the death penalty is chanthakinhumane.

Anonymous said...

9:44, can you read? Try 6:20's comment one more time. See if you can get it right this time.

Anonymous said...

10:15, It went right over your head didn't it

Anonymous said...

Wait !!
Even though it was proven he did murder this lady, DNA was great evidence for the prosecution and he deserves to die, was he afforded the right to contact his embassy even though he is in our Country and should be required to live by our rules? Just wondering !

Anonymous said...

You live in a very confusing world, 9:44 (and I'm not 6:20).

Anonymous said...

Well, 6:20, I guess some people can't understand a little bit of sarcasm (9:44 and 9:45).

Anonymous said...

Chit Chat is OK for some. I don't mind the Chat, it's the Chit that I hate.