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Heidi's Precious Childhood Memory
- Heidi remembers playing with a little fake iron alongside her mom ironing clothes in their front room.
- This specific memory connects her to her mother despite the trauma of her loss at a young age.
Motive Behind Brutality Explained
- Severe stabbing and throat slitting likely indicate Loretta faced her attacker trying to escape.
- The brutal nature suggested the killer wanted to ensure her death was certain.
Evaluating Child Witness Reliability
- Four-year-olds can recall traumatic events but their reliability as witnesses varies widely.
- Courts assess a child's ability to distinguish truth from lies before allowing testimony.