45: 'Go Fund Me' For Heuermann Family A 'Scam' Says Attorney For Gilgo Beach Victims
Long Island Serial Killer | The Trial Of Rex Heuermann
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Susan Casey discusses the urgency of protecting the ocean's depths, while attorney John Ray shares his perspective on the Gilgo Beach murders case, suggesting Rex Herrmann's wife should still be considered a suspect.
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In an engrossing interview, Attorney John Ray, representing families of the victims of the infamous Gilgo Beach Serial Killer, raises some stirring questions regarding the recent developments in the case. His comments challenge the prevailing narratives and highlight the need for a more comprehensive investigation.
True Crime Today and Hidden Killers Podcast does not have proof of what Ray is suggesting. Authorities had initially ruled out any involvement of Heuermann's wife, Asa Ellerup, stating that she had alibi at the time of the crimes.
Ray expressed his astonishment at certain puzzling aspects of the case, most notably the apparent lack of scrutiny around the wife of the accused serial killer. He said, "How odd does that strike you in a case like this where the husband is accused of being a serial killer, and yet there hasn't been an in-depth conversation with the spouse?" The underpinning concern stems from the presence of two hairs from the wife found on two of the victims. While many experts have alluded to plausible explanations like inadvertent shedding, Ray counters by highlighting the deliberate absence of more hairs if it was mere coincidence.
On the topic of inadvertent shedding of hair, Ray critically observed, "Doesn't say that's necessarily true, does it? It says it might be true... but it equally might be true that that's not the case." His contention revolves around the idea that the wife could have been present, albeit the veracity of such claims remains uncertain.
Further intensifying the intrigue, Ray introduced the narrative of a credible witness, who allegedly reported the ongoing solicitation of escorts within the house. He stated, "This witness is credible. This witness indicates that yes, this man had many escorts in his house over the course of years." The implication being, if the wife was aware of such activities, her potential complicity in the ongoing crime of prostitution, if not murder, should be deeply probed.
Ray doesn’t mince his words when it comes to the recent GoFundMe set up for the accused's family. His advice to potential donors was clear-cut, "It's a foolish act to donate to people whose money's gonna go to the tax authorities and you're paying for the murderer's tax liabilities." Ray implies that any donation could indirectly support the alleged murderer’s liabilities.
However, it's crucial to note that the interview represents Ray's perspective, underscored by his role as an advocate for the victims' families. Authorities have, so far, ruled out any involvement of the wife in the crimes, referencing her alibi.
The Gilgo Beach Serial Killer case continues to unravel with newer twists, and the views of experts like Ray only add another layer to this intricate mystery. Only time, and further investigation, will tell if the pieces of this perplexing puzzle will ever fit neatly together.
True Crime Today and Hidden Killers Podcast does not have proof of what Ray is suggesting. Authorities had initially ruled out any involvement of Heuermann's wife, Asa Ellerup, stating that she had alibi at the time of the crimes.
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Ray expressed his astonishment at certain puzzling aspects of the case, most notably the apparent lack of scrutiny around the wife of the accused serial killer. He said, "How odd does that strike you in a case like this where the husband is accused of being a serial killer, and yet there hasn't been an in-depth conversation with the spouse?" The underpinning concern stems from the presence of two hairs from the wife found on two of the victims. While many experts have alluded to plausible explanations like inadvertent shedding, Ray counters by highlighting the deliberate absence of more hairs if it was mere coincidence.
On the topic of inadvertent shedding of hair, Ray critically observed, "Doesn't say that's necessarily true, does it? It says it might be true... but it equally might be true that that's not the case." His contention revolves around the idea that the wife could have been present, albeit the veracity of such claims remains uncertain.
Further intensifying the intrigue, Ray introduced the narrative of a credible witness, who allegedly reported the ongoing solicitation of escorts within the house. He stated, "This witness is credible. This witness indicates that yes, this man had many escorts in his house over the course of years." The implication being, if the wife was aware of such activities, her potential complicity in the ongoing crime of prostitution, if not murder, should be deeply probed.
Ray doesn’t mince his words when it comes to the recent GoFundMe set up for the accused's family. His advice to potential donors was clear-cut, "It's a foolish act to donate to people whose money's gonna go to the tax authorities and you're paying for the murderer's tax liabilities." Ray implies that any donation could indirectly support the alleged murderer’s liabilities.
However, it's crucial to note that the interview represents Ray's perspective, underscored by his role as an advocate for the victims' families. Authorities have, so far, ruled out any involvement of the wife in the crimes, referencing her alibi.
The Gilgo Beach Serial Killer case continues to unravel with newer twists, and the views of experts like Ray only add another layer to this intricate mystery. Only time, and further investigation, will tell if the pieces of this perplexing puzzle will ever fit neatly together.
True Crime Today and Hidden Killers Podcast does not have proof of what Ray is suggesting. Authorities had initially ruled out any involvement of Heuermann's wife, Asa Ellerup, stating that she had alibi at the time of the crimes.
Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj
Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com
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