Allen, 50, was arrested in October 2022 for the killings of Liberty “Libby” German, 14, and Abigail Williams, 13, on February 14, 2017, while the girls were hiking in Delphi.
Prosecutors and defense attorneys in Indiana revealed that Richard Allen, the suspect in the Delphi murders case, had made “incriminating statements” against himself while in custody
During the recent hearing, Allen’s defense attorney, Bradley Rozzi, acknowledged that his client had made statements implicating himself in the crime. However, Rozzi argued that the words were inconsistent and unreliable, pointing to Allen’s deteriorating mental health in prison. Seeking a transfer for Allen from the Westville Correctional Facility to the Cass County Corrections Jail, Rozzi described the conditions at the current facility as comparable to that of a prisoner of war. The defense presented evidence, including a photo of Allen showing significant weight loss.
Prosecutor Nick McLeland countered Rozzi’s claims, asserting that Allen had confessed to the murders “five or six times” to multiple individuals while in custody. Additionally, Rozzi argued that Allen’s confessions were inconsistent when relayed to different people. Observers of the case, including Kevin Greenlee, an attorney, and co-host of “The Murder Sheet” podcast, noted the dramatic nature of the hearing.
Greenlee and his co-host, Áine Cain, plan to file a motion to unseal documents in the case, asserting that some have been improperly sealed, thereby ensuring proper procedural adherence
The hearing also served as a poignant reminder of the tragic event, with the families of German, Williams, and Allen in attendance. Cain emphasized that the victims’ families sought justice for their daughters, while Allen’s family faced the difficult situation of seeing their loved one accused of heinous acts. Initially scheduled for March, the jury trial was postponed due to the extensive evidence that needed to be shared with the defense.
As the legal proceedings continue, the case remains a focal point, capturing public attention and underscoring the pursuit of justice for the victims and their families.
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