GUILTY Murder of Kent Heitholt, Ferguson Appeals Conviction

[Allusonz]

Questioning the theory of robbery as well as the forensics of the ME.

"This questions the theory from police that Heitholt was killed during a robbery. On top of that, Ferguson’s attorney said former medical examiner Eddie Addelsteen missed some evidence because he wasn’t trained in forensics."

http://www.connectmidmissouri.com/ne...6#.T43brNlm5kg

[Cappuccino]

The defense challenges the police's interrogation tactics...

http://www.columbiamissourian.com/st...d-testimonies/

[Allusonz]

Ryan Ferguson's evidentiary hearing came to a close Friday morning, leaving Cole County Circuit Judge Daniel Green to decide by mid-June whether he will overrule Ferguson's 2005 conviction.

In their closing arguments, attorneys presented opposing interpretations of the way Green should consider recanted testimonies from Jerry Trump and Charles "Chuck" Erickson as he makes his decision. If Green rules in favor of Ferguson, Ferguson could be provided an opportunity for a new trial, contingent upon appeals made after Green's ruling.

http://www.columbiamissourian.com/st...cted-mid-june/

[Cappuccino]

I just hope the judge rules in favour of a retrial - this is the hinkiest conviction I've ever come across, and I've seen some hinky ones.

[Allusonz]

Originally Posted by Cappuccino

I just hope the judge rules in favour of a retrial - this is the hinkiest conviction I've ever come across, and I've seen some hinky ones.

From when I first heard about this case something never sat well with me. The more I looked into it the more upset I became. I hope at the least that a new trial is ordered. My greatest wish would be for the charges to be completely dismissed.

Ever the eternal optimist lol

[Allusonz]

Trump Apology

"Members of Ryan Ferguson’s family have accepted an apology from a key witness in Ferguson’s 2005 murder trial.

Ryan’s father Bill Ferguson said Jerry Trump was courageous and sincere when he gave tearful testimony during a recent hearing that could lead to Ryan Ferguson’s freedom."

http://www.connectmidmissouri.com/ne...aspx?id=749005

[Cappuccino]

No news on this one yet? I thought the judge was supposed to rule by mid June.

[Allusonz]

Ferguson's team responds to prosecutors' latest argument


"The key to this is that they face perjury charges that makes the recantations reliable," Zellner said of co-defendant Charles Erickson and former Tribune janitor Jerry Trump. "There is a huge potential penalty for what they have done."

http://www.columbiatribune.com/news/...cutors-latest/

[Allusonz]

Originally Posted by Cappuccino

No news on this one yet? I thought the judge was supposed to rule by mid June.

I believe both sides had until June 15, 2012 to submit anything final with respect to the evidentiary hearing.

I will have to look again but I think they said it could take the judge over a year to make a ruling. I have to state that if it takes this judge that long to make a ruling I will be probably throwing temper tantrums

[Allusonz]

Thought these would be of interest to some of you.

The Many Lies of Kevin Crane: Hair in the Victim's Hand - YouTube

The Many Lies of Kevin Crane: Hair in the Victim's Hand - YouTube

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The Many Lies of Kevin Crane: The Brady Violations - YouTube

The Many Lies of Kevin Crane: The Brady Violations - YouTube

[Cappuccino]

Originally Posted by Allusonz

I believe both sides had until June 15, 2012 to submit anything final with respect to the evidentiary hearing.

I will have to look again but I think they said it could take the judge over a year to make a ruling. I have to state that if it takes this judge that long to make a ruling I will be probably throwing temper tantrums

You and me both. Over a year? That's ridiculous.

[Allusonz]

Originally Posted by Cappuccino

You and me both. Over a year? That's ridiculous.

Yes it is. From the FB page they are hoping the judge will make a decision sooner. IIRC July or August but this is already July.

[twall]

A little late on posting this, I was looking for any new news on Ryan's case and saw this.

Ryan Ferguson crime scene walk scheduled for Friday night

http://www.columbiamissourian.com/st...-friday-night/

[twall]

Ryan Ferguson supporters plan tour of crime scene

http://www.connectmidmissouri.com/ne...0#.UDQdct2PWWY

[The_One_Eyed_Jack]

I'm hoping a decision in Ryan's favor comes down by Friday.

I've been following this case for years. The more I learn about it, the more shocked and outraged I become. It's astonishing how the justice system could have failed this young man so badly at every turn. Even more astonishing is how some people remain convinced of his guilt despite the fact that there is no credible evidence suggesting he did it, and a lot of evidence suggesting he didn't.

How any rational person with two brain cells to rub together could look at the record and conclude that Ryan Ferguson killed Kent Heitholt is simply beyond me.

The officers in charge of this "investigation" should be investigated themselves, the jurors who found him guilty should be ashamed of themselves, and Kevin Crane should be in prison.

[Allusonz]

Originally Posted by The_One_Eyed_Jack

I'm hoping a decision in Ryan's favor comes down by Friday.

I've been following this case for years. The more I learn about it, the more shocked and outraged I become. It's astonishing how the justice system could have failed this young man so badly at every turn. Even more astonishing is how some people remain convinced of his guilt despite the fact that there is no credible evidence suggesting he did it, and a lot of evidence suggesting he didn't.

How any rational person with two brain cells to rub together could look at the record and conclude that Ryan Ferguson killed Kent Heitholt is simply beyond me.

The officers in charge of this "investigation" should be investigated themselves, the jurors who found him guilty should be ashamed of themselves, and Kevin Crane should be in prison.

Wow still nothing.

Wonders if the now Judge Crane understands the idea of brain cells. Sorry that was catty but dang this is getting ridiculous.

Shakes head at the conduct of the officers as well. Ok make that the entire investigation.

[The_One_Eyed_Jack]

I can't believe Judge Green is still sitting on this, particularly in light of his promise to rule "swiftly".

[Cappuccino]

Absolutely and utterly devastated. How could this judge make such a bizarre ruling?

http://kbia.org/post/judge-denies-ry...-habeas-corpus

[Cappuccino]

I am absolutely gobsmacked. How can this conviction possibly be upheld in any fair justice system?

http://mediad.publicbroadcasting.net...ferguson_0.pdf

[UdbCrzy2]

Ferguson's co-defendant, Chuck Erickson, recanted his testimony at an evidentiary hearing in April. The court did not find Erickson's recantation to be credible.

The ruling also states that the recantation of witness Jerry Trump did not undermine the court's confidence in the original jury's verdict.

http://www.columbiamissourian.com/st...ied-new-trial/

Note: Link above has 40-page decision attached.

[Allusonz]

Originally Posted by UdbCrzy2

Ferguson's co-defendant, Chuck Erickson, recanted his testimony at an evidentiary hearing in April. The court did not find Erickson's recantation to be credible.

The ruling also states that the recantation of witness Jerry Trump did not undermine the court's confidence in the original jury's verdict.

http://www.columbiamissourian.com/st...ied-new-trial/

Note: Link above has 40-page decision attached.

Thanks for posting this. My week is crazy.

I figured when it was taking so long that this may be the outcome.

I am going to have to go through the judges ruling and see where his issues where at.

I will bet it was with the ever changing stories of Erickson for one.

Kathleen Zellner I am sure will appeal this. As well I need to do a quick search and see if this judge is elected or appointed. That is usually one of my first clues.

ETA Just read Udb's main points. I want to look up what case laws he cited as well.

[twall]

Dateline recently covered Ryan's story.

"Under A Killing Moon"

http://video.msnbc.msn.com/dateline/50034612#50034612

[The_One_Eyed_Jack]

Read the judge's ruling. It's full of holes, I have no doubt it will get reversed on appeal and this poor kid will finally be let out.

But the question about this case that has nagged me more than any other remains: who killed Kent Heitholt?

[Allusonz]

Originally Posted by The_One_Eyed_Jack

Read the judge's ruling. It's full of holes, I have no doubt it will get reversed on appeal and this poor kid will finally be let out.

But the question about this case that has nagged me more than any other remains: who killed Kent Heitholt?

I guess when a prosecutor can get a judge to set a 20 million dollar bail amount as he did in Ryan's case, one realizes there is more involved. One would think Ryan was a terrorist, major player in a drug cartel et al.

From a quick glance over his ruling, it does appear to me that the "good ole boys club" was working overtime.

How terribly disheartening. I have alot of faith in Kathleen Zellner.

We are talking a very small window of opportunity here especially if we take into consideration Boyd's timeline. Take your pick of which one.

KH was what 6' 4" thus not a small man and was murdered in I will state an approximate time span of 6 minutes. Could be a few more.

One thing that has always perplexed me is that this was halloween, yet neither were described as being in costume. That I don't believe has ever been stated in the transcripts. Will have to look them over again.