Darlie Routier Crime Scene Pictures

carkees · #1 ● 09-10-2012, 07:24 AM

Darlie Routier, a Texas woman, was convicted in 1997 for the murder of her young son and remains a controversial figure due to the ongoing debate over her guilt and the integrity of her trial. The case began on June 6, 1996, when Routier called 911 reporting that an intruder had broken into her home in Rowlett, Texas, and attacked her and her two sons, Damon and Devon, while they were sleeping.

Upon arrival, emergency responders found Devon, aged 6, dead at the scene, while Damon, aged 5, died shortly after being transported to the hospital. Routier herself had sustained stab wounds. She told police that an intruder had entered the house and attacked them, but she had survived.

However, the police investigation raised doubts about Routier's account. Evidence suggested the crime scene might have been staged and that Routier's wounds were self-inflicted. The prosecution argued that Routier murdered her sons due to financial stress and a desire to rid herself of responsibilities that interfered with her lifestyle.

In 1997, Darlie Routier was convicted of the murder of her younger son, Damon, and sentenced to death. The case against her was primarily based on the forensic evidence gathered at the scene, as well as the behavior she exhibited in the days following the murders, including a videotape of her spraying silly string at her sons’ graves during a birthday commemoration, which the prosecution used to question her character.

Routier has maintained her innocence, and her case has garnered a significant amount of attention and support from those who believe she was wrongfully convicted. Advocates for Routier argue that the investigation was flawed, the trial was biased, and that there was a lack of direct evidence linking her to the murders. Over the years, there have been numerous appeals and requests for forensic testing of evidence using advanced techniques not available during the original trial.

Pictures from the crime scene are below, if you want to hear the 911 call you can go here.

http://www.documentingreality.com/fo...pieces-147642/