Do you think that the West Memphis Three are guilty or innocent?

Question

If you do not know much about this case, go to www.youtube.com and do a search for Paradise Lost ( a documentary made about the killings). Let me know what your thoughts are and why you either believe that they are guilty or not guilty.

Answer 1

I saw that documentary over a decade ago.  There really wasn't enough evidence to convict them, and other possible suspects.  Miscarriage of justice doesn't quite cut it -- more like Witch Hunt.  And, according to the documentary, Damien Echols had an interest in Wicca, which was used against him in court.  Not only do I think they are innocent, I think the father of one of the victims may have been the perp.

As of last year, new evidence was submitted which may clear them, and it looks like they are scheduled for new hearings this year.  Let's hope the truth finally comes out.

Answer 2

"Innocent until proven guilty!" - That's how I see the case, there is simply not enough evidence to convict them of this horrible crime. There are too many inconsistencies, and according to the law it has to be "Beyond a reasonable doubt!". That was not established, there was a lot of fear and a lot of confusion and anger ... I don't know whether they are guilty or not ... no one knows and that's the whole point. These young men never got a fair trial.