Trial of George Zimmerman in the Death of Trayvon Martin #8 7/11/13-7/15/13

[MuffyBee]

I'll be back in a bit.  Pizza run...    

[Tamikosmom]

The timing of the Ben Kruidbos' dismissal implies that State Attorney Angela Corey was sending a heads up to other Prosecution witness and/or State employees who may have been tempted to expose any concerns over the State's handling of the TM investigation.

Janet

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State Attorney Angela Corey fires information techonology director who raised concerns in Trayvon Martin case
July 13, 2013

Ben Kruidbos, an IT worker from the state attorney's office, testifies during a hearing in the George Zimmerman case in Sanford on June 6.

State Attorney Angela Corey fired her office’s information technology director Friday after he testified last month about being concerned prosecutors did not turn over information to George Zimmerman’s defense team in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin.

On the same day attorneys finished their closing arguments in that nationally watched trial, a state attorney investigator went to Ben Kruidbos’ home about 7:30 a.m. to hand-deliver a letter stating Kruidbos “can never again be trusted to step foot in this office.”

The letter contended Kruibos did a poor job overseeing the information technology department, violated public records law for retaining documents, and noted he was questioned in March when the office was trying to determine who had leaked personnel information obtained through a computer breach. ....

Before Kruidbos’ name surfaced in the Martin trial proceedings, he received a pay raise for “meritorious performance,” according to a document dated May 16 in his personnel file.

But the dismissal letter written by Peek contends he did his job poorly as information technology director and said he should have asked someone in the office about his concerns regarding the Martin case.

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http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2013-07-13/story/state-attorney-angela-corey-fires-information-techonology-director-who

H/T - Muffy

[flamom]

He should have recieved a promotion...

[klaasend]

My 21 yr old son and his friends were planning on going to New Orleans tonight... I dont want them to go for fear of what may transpire if a verdict comes down... am I being unreasonable?

No

Thanks Nut... I needed a reassurance...

They can wait for next weekend.  No need to take any chances right now.  I wouldn't let them go this weekend.

[cubbeegirl]

My 21 yr old son and his friends were planning on going to New Orleans tonight... I dont want them to go for fear of what may transpire if a verdict comes down... am I being unreasonable?

No

Thanks Nut... I needed a reassurance...

They can wait for next weekend.  No need to take any chances right now.  I wouldn't let them go this weekend.

My exact words to them klaas...they have decided on a movie tonight...

[Red]

George Zimmerman Murder Trial “Race Politics” … State Attorney Angela Corey Fires IT Director Ben Kruidbos Who Raised Concerns in Trayvon Martin Case about Evidence Discovery

http://scaredmonkeys.com/2013/07/13/george-zimmerman-murder-trial-race-politics-state-attorney-angela-corey-fires-it-director-ben-kruidbos-who-raised-concerns-in-trayvon-martin-case-about-evidence-discovery/

Isn’t justice supposed to be separate from politics? How about “race politics”? Not in the George Zimmerman murder trial in the death of Trayvon Martin

State Attorney Angela Corey has fired Ben Kruidbos, the IT director for the State of Florida, who raised concerns in the George Zimmerman murder trial in the death of Trayvon Martin. Last month Ben Kruidbos testified about his concerns that the prosecution did not provide information to the George Zimmerman defense team. Defense attorney Mark O’Mara has commented on numerous occasions and expressed his concern over the actions of the prosecution handing over information in a timely and proper manner.  So the obvious question that needs to be asked, why now? What a vengeful and bias effort on the part of Angela Corey. Some one does the right thing and makes mention of possible misconduct by the prosecution and for his efforts, he is fired

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Also included in post is video of Ben Kruidbos testifying, the words that got him fired.

Don't forget that Sanford police chief Bill Lee was also fired for not arresting Zimmerman.
http://scaredmonkeys.com/2013/07/11/justice-ex-sanford-police-chief-bill-lee-says-he-was-pressured-by-city-officials-to-arrest-george-zimmerman-in-death-of-trayvon-martin-even-though-he-already-cleared-him-of-any-wrongdoing/

The State could care less about justice in this case, they want Zimmerman to be their sacrificial lamb to appease those that would holler racism.

And we were always told that Justice was supposed to be blind.

[Red]

My 21 yr old son and his friends were planning on going to New Orleans tonight... I dont want them to go for fear of what may transpire if a verdict comes down... am I being unreasonable?

No

Thanks Nut... I needed a reassurance...

They can wait for next weekend.  No need to take any chances right now.  I wouldn't let them go this weekend.

My exact words to them klaas...they have decided on a movie tonight...

I would agree. No need to tempt fate.

[cubbeegirl]

http://www.americanthinker.com/2013/05/trayvon_george_and_the_homeless_man.html


Not the face of a racist IMO

[Tamikosmom]

Ben Kruidbos and former Sanford Police Chief Bill Lee are both men of integrity.  Doing right is not always easy when there are personal consequences involved but it is always right.

Janet

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Ex-Sanford police chief: Zimmerman probe 'taken away from us'
July 11, 2013

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"I upheld my oath," Lee said. "I'm happy that at the end of the day I can walk away with my integrity."

One of his greatest regrets, he said, is that the Zimmerman investigation ultimately shattered his childhood dream to be police chief of the community where he was raised.

"It's a dream of a vision that is going to be unrealized," he said. "I'm at peace with it on most days. I'm a man of faith. But it stings.

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http://edition.cnn.com/2013/07/10/justice/sanford-bill-lee-exclusive
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State Attorney Angela Corey fires information techonology director who raised concerns in Trayvon Martin case
July 13, 2013

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He said he had acted in good faith about “genuine concerns.” He said he had been proud to work at the State Attorney’s Office and feared the letter would cripple his chances at finding another job to support his family, including a 4-month-old son.

“I don’t have any regrets,” he said, “but I am terrified about the future and what that will end up being".

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http://jacksonville.com/news/metro/2013-07-13/story/state-attorney-angela-corey-fires-information-techonology-director-who

[grace-land]

July 13, 2013 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
The jury will stop for lunch from noon to one. #Zimmermanon9

 Michelle Kennedy ‏@PIOFLCourts18  2h 
Jurors will pause deliberations from 12:00-1:00pm to eat lunch on site.
Retweeted by Kathi Belich, WFTV 
 
 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
RT @DBroomWFTV #Zimmerman supporter's sign, has peace sign #TrayvonMartin pic.twitter.com/n1mhEfFASW #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
@WoASpectre Back story on defense alleging prosecution discovery violations & lies to court http://at.wftv.com/12LDjhK  #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
Meant back story on DEFENSE alleging state discovery violations & lies to court http://at.wftv.com/12LDjhK  #Zimmermanon9

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
Here's the termination letter from the State Attorney's Office to IT director Ben Kruidbos: http://at.wftv.com/10T1y0d  #Zimmermanon9

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
.@KRayWFTV is outside the courthouse talking to demonstrators. #Zimmermanon9

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
RT @DBroomWFTV: #Zimmermanon9 has supporters in front of the courthouse too #TrayvonMartin pic.twitter.com/50oBAw7Tbd
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
.@captaindismal Back story on state alleging prosecution discovery violations & lies to court http://at.wftv.com/12LDjhK  #Zimmermanon9
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 Seminole County S.O. ‏@SeminoleSO  3h 
Courthouse assembly zone right now: 32 media and 19 demonstrators
Retweeted by Kathi Belich, WFTV 
 
 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2h 
The 6 women of the jury have been deliberating for about an hour and a half so far today. We have not heard of any questions. #Zimmermanon9

[grace-land]

July 13, 2013 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
"@LoriNossett: How much notice will we get before the verdict is read?" We don't know yet. #Zimmermanon9

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
"@Truthsetsufreee: does jury know jail time for each guilty charge before they decide?" They're not told the penalties. #Zimmermanon9

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
@2Starfish2 Thanks, Kathleen. #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
@Golfmansam Thanks, Sam. #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
@lenorVirgo Per @PIOFLCourts18: "Jurors will pause deliberations from 12:00-1:00pm to eat lunch on site." #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
@TCinOP You can create a Twitter list of those accounts, so only one window/column has to be open. #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
Teen arrested over #Zimmerman tweet http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/trayvon-martin/os-report-teen-arrested-over-zimmerman-tweet-20130713,0,469615.story … via @orlandosentinel #Zimmermantrial #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
@PEPEAleman80 Here's the termination letter from the State Attorney's Office: http://at.wftv.com/10T1y0d
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1h 
RT @RHughesWFTV: When a verdict is reached it'll be announced via #Twitter.  Follow this account: @PIOFLCourts18. #ZIMMERMANon9

[grace-land]

July 13, 2013 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  25m 
Jury deliberations were paused at noon for lunch. It's now 1pm, so #VerdictWatch should be back on. #Zimmermanon9

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  27m 
"@Buddy_Combs: The longer they deliberate, the more likely we have a hung jury, right?" No way to tell. #Zimmermanon9

 Ryan Hughes - WFTV ‏@RHughesWFTV  35m 
UPDATE: Deliberations stop during lunch - per @DanaChaabanWFTV.
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  50m 
"@Bigocciput: Can dismissed alternate jurors speak to media if they decide?" I was told they must stay quiet until verdict. #Zimmermanon9

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  51m 
"@soonersgirl84: where can I find the background to the jurors?" #Zimmermantrial juror profiles: http://at.wftv.com/180XM9z  #Zimmermanon9

[grace-land]

July 13, 2013 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  1m 
@repMNM It's not a RT. The 1st part of tweet quotes question. The 2nd part answers it. @NookyHolla #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  5m 
@djhunt7 Defense alleges discovery violations http://at.wftv.com/12LDjhK  | Kruidbos termination letter http://at.wftv.com/10T1y0d  #Zimmermanon9
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 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  7m 
"@NookyHolla: WHY... WOULD JUDGE ALLOW THE JURORS TO GO HOME AND TO GO TO LUNCH?" They've been sequestered. #Zimmermanon9

[grace-land]

July 13, 2013 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2m 
RT @Corey_Fergz: #VerdictWatch  with @KBelichWFTV all day for me today...  #Zimmermanon9

[Tamikosmom]

George Zimmerman Murder Trial “Race Politics” … State Attorney Angela Corey Fires IT Director Ben Kruidbos Who Raised Concerns in Trayvon Martin Case about Evidence Discovery

http://scaredmonkeys.com/2013/07/13/george-zimmerman-murder-trial-race-politics-state-attorney-angela-corey-fires-it-director-ben-kruidbos-who-raised-concerns-in-trayvon-martin-case-about-evidence-discovery/

Isn’t justice supposed to be separate from politics? How about “race politics”? Not in the George Zimmerman murder trial in the death of Trayvon Martin

State Attorney Angela Corey has fired Ben Kruidbos, the IT director for the State of Florida, who raised concerns in the George Zimmerman murder trial in the death of Trayvon Martin. Last month Ben Kruidbos testified about his concerns that the prosecution did not provide information to the George Zimmerman defense team. Defense attorney Mark O’Mara has commented on numerous occasions and expressed his concern over the actions of the prosecution handing over information in a timely and proper manner.  So the obvious question that needs to be asked, why now? What a vengeful and bias effort on the part of Angela Corey. Some one does the right thing and makes mention of possible misconduct by the prosecution and for his efforts, he is fired

.
 

Also included in post is video of Ben Kruidbos testifying, the words that got him fired.

Don't forget that Sanford police chief Bill Lee was also fired for not arresting Zimmerman.
http://scaredmonkeys.com/2013/07/11/justice-ex-sanford-police-chief-bill-lee-says-he-was-pressured-by-city-officials-to-arrest-george-zimmerman-in-death-of-trayvon-martin-even-though-he-already-cleared-him-of-any-wrongdoing/

The State could care less about justice in this case, they want Zimmerman to be their sacrificial lamb to appease those that would holler racism.

And we were always told that Justice was supposed to be blind.

 

[grace-land]

July 13, 2012 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

 WFTV Eyewitness News ‏@WFTV  3m 
UPDATE: #Zimmermantrial jury continues deliberations as demonstrators gather outside courthouse: http://at.wftv.com/18Umbhu  #Zimmermanon9
Retweeted by Kathi Belich, WFTV

[grace-land]

Opened conversation

July 13, 2013 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

Michael Calderon ‏@Mikeyc0120  4m 
@KBelichWFTV will you tweet b4 the jury comes back in so I can tune in online?

 Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2m 
@Mikeyc0120 Yes, as soon as we hear something. @WFTV #Zimmermanon9
Hide conversation 
 

[grace-land]

July 13, 2013 Tweets

https://twitter.com/KBelichWFTV

Kathi Belich, WFTV ‏@KBelichWFTV  2m 
@BFoxsc Judge ruled in April that Shellie #Zimmerman’s perjury case will not head to trial til after her husband's. #Zimmermanon9
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[alagary]

Until today I have not felt the need to contribute to a defense fund and would have went with whatever a legal jury ststem decided. THAT DAY IS OVER! Even though it is not my state I will sign every petition, donate to any opponent, and send any funds I can spare to fight this abomination of justice.
 

[alagary]

One more thing, I AIN'T CALLING 911. I will deal with it myself.