Today was the last day of the prosecutions case. Our defense case started in the late afternoon.
My parents, Andrea, and my sister in law Jae were there.
Alex Correa, an investigator from the last trial for the prosecution was on the stand. He commented on the interview he gave to Willie, and said that it is standard procedure to lie to suspects to get them to talk. He also talked about his interviews with other suspects. I do not think of him as an honest person. I hope the jury saw that. He was the one who got the informants to say that everything bad was Dean.
We also had a "gang expert" on the stand who talked about gang behavior. Our attorney questioned him about things that are important for our case. He verified things that we wanted him to even though he was the witness for the prosecution. He seemed more afraid of the prosecutor than of Dean's lawyer.
We brought a Doctor to testify how old of a wound Dean's cut was. The wound was at least 7 days old not 4 like the prosecution wants it to be. The prosecutor was so mean to the Doctor, but he held his own.
Andrea also testified about her car and the condition it was in when she had it back from Dean, and what Dean was like growing up with and how he could never kill any one. It was an emotional moment for me seeing my son at the defense table looking at his sister testifying on his behalf. It shouldn't be that way and I would not wish that type of poignant moment on any parent. I was proud though of Andrea. It is difficult not getting angry with the prosecutor because he gets mean and acts like everyone is a liar. She kept very calm though.
I hope Dean can do the same. I know the prosecutor will come hard at him.
We have a break for three days, and then our case continues. I feel for Andrea, because she has a businees trip to go on Sunday to New York, and she will not be back until mid day on wednesday. She hopes that she does not miss Dean's testimony. May be that is a good thing though. It could be too intense for her. It is terrible timing, but can't be helped.
Christine, Jays sister will be called, and so will Mona on Monday or Tuesday. It will be a nail biting week. Hope to see some of you there. Keep up the prayers.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
9th day of trial
Hi everyone,
Thanks Mississippi friends and family for the lovely poster! Thanks Kitty for your warm wishes.
Today was just allright. The prosecution had on more forensic people. He established that there was the victims blood on part of Dean's left shoe. This will be explained in Dean's testimony.
We know the real reason the blood is there. It was also established that there was none of the victims blood in the Blazer, and none of Deans blood at the scene of the crime.
There was also an investigator for the prosecutor who showed a video of Willie's first interview. I think the video looked better for us than the prosecutor. It showed two cops bullying Willie and not allowing him a lawyer, and feeding him information that he better say which would be "telling the truth". I think they said Dean's name at least 8 times before Willie said it. They also told him that they knew everything and told him that he went in the Blazer and had a knife and went by the railroad tracks where the apartments are and that he went back to an apartment where the cops came and everyone ran. Then they said but we will not tell you anything. You have to tell us. They also named names that they wanted him to say were in the car. He finally vaguely said everything that they wanted and thought he would be let go. Instead they arrested him. No wonder he did whatever they wanted on the stand two days ago. He is scared of them, and wants his freedom. I really think the jury was smart enough to see how they lead him and then to figure out that it is the exact way they got information from everyone else. They told everyone right away that Dean had told them everything and ratted them out, even though this was not true. Criminals sure can be stupid when they believe the police during interrogations.
My friend Barbara came with me today, and she found it very interesting. Andrea was also there too. She might be taking the witness stand soon if the prosecution's case is over tomorrow.
He still has a "gang expert" to be put on the stand and some letters that Dean wrote when he was very young to a friend that is supposed to make him look bad. I really do not think the defense will start their case until Monday, but we shall see tomorrow.
Keep those prayers coming. The Bible says that the more people that pray for the same thing, the more God listens.
Thanks Mississippi friends and family for the lovely poster! Thanks Kitty for your warm wishes.
Today was just allright. The prosecution had on more forensic people. He established that there was the victims blood on part of Dean's left shoe. This will be explained in Dean's testimony.
We know the real reason the blood is there. It was also established that there was none of the victims blood in the Blazer, and none of Deans blood at the scene of the crime.
There was also an investigator for the prosecutor who showed a video of Willie's first interview. I think the video looked better for us than the prosecutor. It showed two cops bullying Willie and not allowing him a lawyer, and feeding him information that he better say which would be "telling the truth". I think they said Dean's name at least 8 times before Willie said it. They also told him that they knew everything and told him that he went in the Blazer and had a knife and went by the railroad tracks where the apartments are and that he went back to an apartment where the cops came and everyone ran. Then they said but we will not tell you anything. You have to tell us. They also named names that they wanted him to say were in the car. He finally vaguely said everything that they wanted and thought he would be let go. Instead they arrested him. No wonder he did whatever they wanted on the stand two days ago. He is scared of them, and wants his freedom. I really think the jury was smart enough to see how they lead him and then to figure out that it is the exact way they got information from everyone else. They told everyone right away that Dean had told them everything and ratted them out, even though this was not true. Criminals sure can be stupid when they believe the police during interrogations.
My friend Barbara came with me today, and she found it very interesting. Andrea was also there too. She might be taking the witness stand soon if the prosecution's case is over tomorrow.
He still has a "gang expert" to be put on the stand and some letters that Dean wrote when he was very young to a friend that is supposed to make him look bad. I really do not think the defense will start their case until Monday, but we shall see tomorrow.
Keep those prayers coming. The Bible says that the more people that pray for the same thing, the more God listens.
Thoughts from Las Vegas
Hi Dean,
Please know that I think of you every day and am praying for an end to this nightmare. I pray to God that you will be returned home where you belong. I pray that you are treated justly and fairly and as such there will be no doubts as to your innocence. I love you and miss you and wish I could be with you during trial. I am grateful for this website so that I can know of your progress.
Love always, Aunt Kitty
Please know that I think of you every day and am praying for an end to this nightmare. I pray to God that you will be returned home where you belong. I pray that you are treated justly and fairly and as such there will be no doubts as to your innocence. I love you and miss you and wish I could be with you during trial. I am grateful for this website so that I can know of your progress.
Love always, Aunt Kitty
Words of Encourgement from the South
Hi Dean... Sara and her friends made you a poster this morning. She wanted to let you know that they all said a prayer for you and asked God to do the right thing and set you free. We love you and hope to see you in Mississippi real soon!
Love From the South! Sara, Sam, Dennis & Jean
Madi, Sara, Sarah, Jordan, Shawn
Dean We Believe In You!
Love From the South! Sara, Sam, Dennis & Jean
Madi, Sara, Sarah, Jordan, Shawn
Dean We Believe In You!
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
8th day of trial
Today was a fairly good day. My Dad and Mom came to keep me company. The two eyewitnesses to the crime {that do not have a deal with the prosecutor} described the two assailants. Their descriptions described nothing that looked like Dean, but instead more like the looks of two of the informants. They also never saw a Blazer in the area. Instead, one saw a small passenger car. These eye witnesses lived right above where the crime was committed.
Also, the two patrollmen on duty the night of the crime, said that when they showed up to the scene after the crime, they never noticed a Blazer there. We know Dean and the Blazer were never involved.
There was also a DNA expert that said the DNA that she received on a lab slide was not taken off the sock by her. It was brought to her and told that it was from a sock of Deans. How do we know if slides got mixed up or not, or even mislabeled?? This slide tested positive for the victims blood. Also the slide that was supposed to be from Dean's sock and supposed to show that it was indeed Dean's sock was deemed inconclusive. This is all very strange and questionable as to the organization of the sheriff's lab.
Tomorrow, there is another forensic person on the stand.
Dean got upset today that the female bailiff did not let him shave. He wants to complain to the judge but his attorney says that is not a battle to take on. Poor Dean. He is so stressed. I thought he looked just fine.
The prosecutor thinks that his side of the case will be done this week. I sort of doubt it though.
Andrea took a break from trial and went to work. Her boss has been great. She leaves this Sunday though for a business trip to New York. She will be back wednesday around noon. I think the break will do her good.
Thanks to everyone who has sent their nice wishes.
Also, the two patrollmen on duty the night of the crime, said that when they showed up to the scene after the crime, they never noticed a Blazer there. We know Dean and the Blazer were never involved.
There was also a DNA expert that said the DNA that she received on a lab slide was not taken off the sock by her. It was brought to her and told that it was from a sock of Deans. How do we know if slides got mixed up or not, or even mislabeled?? This slide tested positive for the victims blood. Also the slide that was supposed to be from Dean's sock and supposed to show that it was indeed Dean's sock was deemed inconclusive. This is all very strange and questionable as to the organization of the sheriff's lab.
Tomorrow, there is another forensic person on the stand.
Dean got upset today that the female bailiff did not let him shave. He wants to complain to the judge but his attorney says that is not a battle to take on. Poor Dean. He is so stressed. I thought he looked just fine.
The prosecutor thinks that his side of the case will be done this week. I sort of doubt it though.
Andrea took a break from trial and went to work. Her boss has been great. She leaves this Sunday though for a business trip to New York. She will be back wednesday around noon. I think the break will do her good.
Thanks to everyone who has sent their nice wishes.
Jack and Charlie say Hi to you Dean!
Hi Dean,
We went to see your mom and dad last Sunday. We had a good time at their backyard, pool with your sister Andrea, your mom and dad. We played with Joaquin the dog and Jack sat on his back for 10 seconds. Joaquin did not mind it at all. We played at the pool until 7 pm and my mom and dad had a delicious hamburger that your mom and dad made. We have not met you yet but we will real soon. We will count the day we will meet you,Dean our fellow Pisces.
We love you, Jack and Charlie
Monday, July 28, 2008
Support from South America
Dean, I think a lot of you and pray to God that you get out of this incredible situation. I wish to see you soon. Don´t forget that the Schmid Family in Uruguay loves you, specially our three kids. They all remember you and loved to play with you. Let´s hope we can do that soon agani. You´´r always welcome at our home.
Abrazos,
Gregor, Carla, Christian, Philip and Priscilla
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